WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Lincolnshire Police Police

Crime in Castle, Lincoln

Comprehensive safety analysis for Castle, localized within Lincoln.

Total Crimes

83
trending_down -10.8% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

131.77per 1k
trending_down -1.6% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

7,733

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences36
Anti-social Behaviour16
Shoplifting8
Criminal Damage & Arson5
Burglary5
Other Crime4
Other Theft3
Public Order2
Drug Offences2
Vehicle Crime1
Weapons Possession1

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Local Rank

#8safest in Lincoln

National Safety

Top 7%Riskiest

City Average

137.97per 1k

Local Policing

East Tynedale

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Local Priorities

Scooter and motorcycle disorder. Areas such as Wagonway Wylam, Prudhoe and those used in urban high pedestrian areas.

Issued: 27 May 2026

Status Update

Re-contact victims of ASB to gather further intelligence. Identify hotspot areas to patrol. Use offender-focused approach, supported by media updates, increased community intelligence, CCTV enquiries, and both visible and covert patrols in hotspot areas. We also have a day of action planned around ASB week of action, utilising the drone and uplifting vehicles under Road Traffic Act legislation.

Actioned: 22 Jul 2026

Shoplifting, in particular those on retail premises Prudhoe, local Co-ops in the area, Wylam, Corbridge, Prudhoe and independent stores impacted.

Issued: 27 May 2026

Status Update

We’re engaging closely with stores while increasing patrols and visibility in town centres. Positive action is being taken against offenders, including arrests, remands where appropriate, and seeking Criminal Behaviour Orders on charge. Some plain clothes operations are also taking place. Crime prevention advisors also on hand to give stores advice on how to protect their staff and stock.

Actioned: 31 Jul 2026

Anti-social behaviour in park areas. Including damage to trees and parkland, climbing on buildings, criminal damage, graffiti, and verbal abuse to residents and community.

Issued: 13 Apr 2026

Status Update

Visible patrols, dispersal notices if required, use of PSPO powers, engagement with schools and other partner agencies to identify, educate and deter. Enforcement action and Youth Justice Services where needed.

Actioned: 22 Jul 2026

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