Crime Rate in Balderton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Balderton South

The total recorded crimes in Balderton South, Newark and Sherwood, UK in May 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Balderton South crime rate of 6.62 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 Balderton South, encompassing approximately 5,742 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-29.41% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
Balderton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bowbridge Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Vessey Close with total crimes: 3
  • Belvoir Place with total crimes: 3

How safe is Balderton South?

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

  • Relative to Newark and Sherwood:

    • In 2024, Balderton South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newark and Sherwood average, with 354 crimes compared to 484.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Balderton South had fewer crimes than the Newark and Sherwood average, with 248 crimes compared to 387. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Balderton South recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 20 other areas in the Newark and Sherwood.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Newark and Sherwood, Balderton South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Balderton South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Balderton South has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 6.62 ranking 11th out of 20 in the Newark and Sherwood, UK

In 2024, the total Balderton South crimes were 354. The crime rate of Balderton South in 2024 was 61.64 (year) or 5.14 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Newark and Sherwood.

In 2023, the total crimes in Balderton South were around 248 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.18 (year) or 3.60 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Newark and Sherwood.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Balderton South)CrimesRank (Balderton South)CrimesRank (Balderton South)
Bridge190 11,976 11,448 1
Devon130 21,287 21,277 2
Castle68 5774 4686 3
Ollerton92 3831 3614 4
Edwinstowe & Clipstone73 4729 5500 5
Balderton North & Coddington44 9429 9470 6
Rainworth South & Blidworth55 7601 6418 7
Beacon67 6501 7335 9
Sutton-on-Trent24 14337 12365 8
Southwell38 10433 8301 10
Rainworth North & Rufford48 8332 13256 11
Farndon & Fernwood29 12415 10220 14
Lowdham20 15262 15245 13
Bilsthorpe26 13264 14217 15
Boughton15 18138 18129 16
Collingham17 17160 16121 17
Farnsfield17 16144 1794 18
Trent5 2188 1984 19
Dover Beck10 1937 2141 21
Muskham8 2077 2061 20

Balderton South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

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

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

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (18 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 65 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 146 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202517
March 202517
February 20257
January 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20249
September 202412
August 202411
July 202413
June 202428
May 20245

A total of 105 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.12 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 65 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202510
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
August 20247
July 202465

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20253
March 20255
February 20255
January 20253
November 20243
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244
May 20245

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20245

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
October 20241

A total of 53 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20257
February 20253
January 20252
November 202418
October 20248
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
May 20245

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
September 20241
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Balderton South in May 2025

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

1. Bowbridge Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Vessey Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Belvoir Place (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Belvoir Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
5. Smithson Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Moulton Crescent (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lansbury Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Yarnsworth Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Spinners Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Pinfold Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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