Crime Rate in Marshchapel & Somercotes: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Marshchapel & Somercotes

The total recorded crimes in Marshchapel & Somercotes, East Lindsey, UK in July 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Marshchapel & Somercotes crime rate of 377.88 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 Marshchapel & Somercotes, encompassing approximately 108 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Marshchapel & Somercotes Crime Hotspots

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

  • Swallow Gate Road with total crimes: 6
  • Sea Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Churchill Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Marshchapel & Somercotes?

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

  • Relative to East Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Marshchapel & Somercotes demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Lindsey average, with 321 crimes compared to 427.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Marshchapel & Somercotes witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 35 other areas in the East Lindsey.

    • In 2023, Marshchapel & Somercotes had fewer crimes than the East Lindsey average, with 223 crimes compared to 363. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Marshchapel & Somercotes recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 35 other areas in the East Lindsey.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Lindsey, Marshchapel & Somercotes has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Marshchapel & Somercotes Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Marshchapel & Somercotes has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 377.88 ranking 10th out of 35 in the East Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Marshchapel & Somercotes crimes were 321. The crime rate of Marshchapel & Somercotes in 2024 was 2958.53 (year) or 246.54 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the East Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Marshchapel & Somercotes were around 223 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2055.30 (year) or 171.27 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the East Lindsey.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Marshchapel & Somercotes)CrimesRank (Marshchapel & Somercotes)CrimesRank (Marshchapel & Somercotes)
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
Chapel St Leonards65 8441 9464 9
Tetford & Donington20 23298 16382 10
North Holme39 11394 10296 14
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

Marshchapel & Somercotes 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 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 94 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20259
May 202513
April 20253
March 20255
February 20253
January 20252
December 20248
November 20248
October 20249
September 202413
August 20249

A total of 76 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20254
May 20257
April 202510
March 20256
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20248
October 20249
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20251
March 20251
February 20255
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Marshchapel & Somercotes in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Marshchapel & Somercotes postcode area is presented below.

1. Swallow Gate Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
2. Sea Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Churchill Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Saltfleet Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Silver Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
7. Pump Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Mablethorpe Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Sea Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Mablethorpe Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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