Crime Rate in Gainsborough: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gainsborough

The total recorded crimes in Gainsborough, Ipswich, UK in March 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gainsborough crime rate of 3.52 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 Gainsborough, encompassing approximately 21,606 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (260.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (15) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Gainsborough Crime Hotspots

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

  • Frobisher Road with total crimes: 5
  • Reynolds Close with total crimes: 4
  • Golden Mews with total crimes: 4

How safe is Gainsborough?

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

  • Relative to Ipswich:

    • In 2024, Gainsborough demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ipswich average, with 893 crimes compared to 927.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Gainsborough witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Gainsborough had fewer crimes than the Ipswich average, with 821 crimes compared to 981. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Gainsborough witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ipswich, Gainsborough has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Gainsborough Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Gainsborough has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 3.52 ranking 6th out of 15 in the Ipswich, UK

In 2024, the total Gainsborough crimes were 893. The crime rate of Gainsborough in 2024 was 41.33 (year) or 3.44 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Ipswich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gainsborough were around 821 crimes with yearly crime rate of 38.00 (year) or 3.17 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Ipswich.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ipswich)CrimesRank (Ipswich)CrimesRank (Ipswich)
Alexandra239 13,342 13,638 1
Westgate113 21,549 21,693 2
Gipping95 31,406 31,669 3
Bridge78 51,064 41,098 4
Priory Heath82 4973 51,037 5
Whitehouse61 7891 7816 7
Whitton56 10679 8703 8
Stoke Park58 8603 10648 10
Holywells56 9596 11668 9
St John's41 12624 9634 12
Sprites48 11583 12642 11
St Margaret's22 16368 16452 13
Bixley38 13440 13436 14
Castle Hill35 15421 14333 16
Rushmere36 14400 15408 15

Gainsborough Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (13 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 96 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 202513
December 20246
November 20246
October 202411
September 20248
August 20247
July 20246
June 202414
May 20249
April 20249

A total of 76 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.91 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 20248
September 20244
August 20246
July 202411
June 202410
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 358 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202510
January 202511
December 202419
November 202434
October 202437
September 202430
August 202431
July 202432
June 202462
May 202424
April 202432

A total of 76 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 202411
September 20243
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 202411
April 20249

A total of 44 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20246
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 202410

A total of 69 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20252
December 20244
November 20247
October 20243
September 20244
August 20245
July 20247
June 202422
April 20246

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20247
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 44 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20246
November 20245
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20244
October 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 47 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20251
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 202416
May 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20242
April 20241

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242
September 20243
April 20242

High Crime Locations Gainsborough in March 2025

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

1. Frobisher Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Reynolds Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
3. Golden Mews (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Chesapeake Road (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sandyhill Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Hogarth Square (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Avondale Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
8. Hulver Court (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Bicycle theft1
10. Reynolds Road (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1

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