Crime Rate in Chapel St Leonards: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chapel St Leonards

The total recorded crimes in Chapel St Leonards, East Lindsey, UK in July 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chapel St Leonards crime rate of 35.77 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Chapel St Leonards, encompassing approximately 1,817 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (135.71% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (350.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (9) incidents (200.00% increase)
Chapel St Leonards Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Gatrum Lane with total crimes: 19
  • Grasmere Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • South Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Chapel St Leonards?

To understand the safety of Chapel St Leonards, we need to analyze Chapel St Leonards crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to East Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Chapel St Leonards reported a higher crime volume than the East Lindsey average, with 441 crimes compared to 427. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Chapel St Leonards witnessed more crimes than 27 out of 35 other areas in the East Lindsey.

    • In 2023, Chapel St Leonards experienced a greater number of crimes than the East Lindsey average, with 464 crimes compared to 363. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chapel St Leonards witnessed more crimes than 27 out of 35 other areas in the East Lindsey.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Lindsey, Chapel St Leonards has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Chapel St Leonards Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Chapel St Leonards has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 35.77 ranking 8th out of 35 in the East Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Chapel St Leonards crimes were 441. The crime rate of Chapel St Leonards in 2024 was 242.68 (year) or 20.22 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the East Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chapel St Leonards were around 464 crimes with yearly crime rate of 255.34 (year) or 21.28 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the East Lindsey.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chapel St Leonards)CrimesRank (Chapel St Leonards)CrimesRank (Chapel St Leonards)
Scarbrough & Seacroft278 13,041 12,366 1
St Clement's94 3908 4879 2
Winthorpe94 4974 2780 5
Ingoldmells129 2941 3867 3
Mablethorpe92 5876 5861 4
Priory & St James'79 6848 6699 6
Coningsby & Mareham76 7827 7621 7
Horncastle47 9537 8494 8
Tetford & Donington20 23298 16382 10
North Holme39 11394 10296 14
Marshchapel & Somercotes41 10321 14223 20
Willoughby with Sloothby24 20357 12333 11
Spilsby31 14368 11301 13
Alford35 12346 13313 12
Roughton33 13276 20255 16
Binbrook15 27186 24264 15
Sutton on Sea19 24302 15246 17
St Michael's29 15147 2998 32
Hagworthingham27 16249 22234 19
Holton-le-Clay & North Thoresby22 22293 17220 21
Trinity26 17286 18239 18
Wainfleet26 18259 21197 23
Sibsey & Stickney18 26277 19214 22
St Margaret's24 19209 23162 24
Grimoldby24 21118 32136 25
Burgh le Marsh9 30176 2598 31
Woodhall Spa19 25176 26119 28
Croft11 29176 27136 26
Wragby7 34162 28121 27
Legbourne14 2879 3661 34
Halton Holegate8 3196 33104 29
Tetney7 33128 30103 30
St Mary's2 36127 3164 33
Withern & Theddlethorpe8 3289 3555 36
Friskney4 3592 3457 35

Chapel St Leonards Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 226 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202533
June 202514
May 202520
April 202525
March 202520
February 20257
January 20258
December 202421
November 202411
October 202423
September 202417
August 202427

A total of 50 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20258
May 20251
April 20255
March 20253
February 20255
January 20254
November 202410
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 80 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20252
May 20256
April 20256
March 20258
February 20254
January 20251
December 20245
November 20246
October 20247
September 20248
August 202418

A total of 55 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 202510
February 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
September 20249
August 20242

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Chapel St Leonards in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Chapel St Leonards postcode area is presented below.

1. Gatrum Lane (Map)
Total19
Violence and sexual offences11
Burglary7
Other theft1
2. Grasmere Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
3. South Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Landseer Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. The Cedars (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Eastview Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Church Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
8. Skegness Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Allen Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. West View Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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