Crime Rate in Carholme: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Carholme

The total recorded crimes in Carholme, Lincoln, UK in March 2025 are around 166 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Carholme crime rate of 4.06 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 Carholme, encompassing approximately 40,838 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (62) incidents (51.22% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (42) incidents (68.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (20) incidents (-25.93% decrease)
Carholme Crime Hotspots

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

  • Nightclub with total crimes: 13
  • Water Lane with total crimes: 12
  • Benbow Way with total crimes: 11

How safe is Carholme?

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

  • Relative to Lincoln:

    • In 2024, Carholme reported a higher crime volume than the Lincoln average, with 1,924 crimes compared to 1,723. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Carholme witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 10 other cities.

    • In 2023, Carholme experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lincoln average, with 1,338 crimes compared to 1,301. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Carholme witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 10 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lincoln, Carholme has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Carholme Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Carholme has recorded 166 crimes with crime rate of 4.06 ranking 4th out of 10 in the Lincoln, UK

In 2024, the total Carholme crimes were 1,924. The crime rate of Carholme in 2024 was 47.11 (year) or 3.93 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Lincoln.

In 2023, the total crimes in Carholme were around 1,338 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.76 (year) or 2.73 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Lincoln.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lincoln)CrimesRank (Lincoln)CrimesRank (Lincoln)
Abbey203 23,496 22,863 1
Park239 13,672 12,767 2
Boultham175 32,088 31,515 3
Minster125 51,391 61,072 5
Moorland86 91,549 51,028 7
Castle113 61,298 71,038 6
Birchwood98 7987 9748 9
Glebe89 81,241 8943 8
Hartsholme54 10740 10612 10
Witham29 11567 11389 11

Carholme Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (62 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (42 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (27 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (35 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (48 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (33 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (67 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

July 2024 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 31 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (106 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (50 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (61 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (32 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 123 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202510
January 20257
December 202410
November 20249
October 20249
September 20249
August 20247
July 20246
June 202426
May 20245
April 20249

A total of 387 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202542
February 202525
January 202527
December 202437
November 202435
October 202435
September 202429
August 202417
July 202431
June 202450
May 202436
April 202423

A total of 651 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 54.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202562
February 202541
January 202538
December 202446
November 202451
October 202455
September 202448
August 202467
July 202433
June 2024106
May 202443
April 202461

A total of 140 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202517
January 20254
December 202412
November 202414
October 202412
September 20249
August 202414
July 20247
June 202410
May 202417
April 202414

A total of 19 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 20 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 56 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20247
September 20246
August 20246
July 20246
June 20244
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 308 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202527
January 202520
December 202414
November 202418
October 202427
September 202433
August 202424
July 202428
June 202446
May 202419
April 202432

A total of 34 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
October 20248
September 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20248
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 105 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20256
December 20243
November 202416
October 20249
September 202411
August 20245
July 20249
June 202420
May 20247
April 20248

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 28 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 20243
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Carholme in March 2025

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

1. Nightclub (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences11
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Water Lane (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Benbow Way (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences7
Public order4
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
5. Tapin Close (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson3
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting7
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Arthur Taylor Street (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Foss Street (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Holmes Road (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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