Crime Rate in Waltham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Waltham

The total recorded crimes in Waltham, North East Lincolnshire, UK in March 2025 are around 30 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Waltham crime rate of 5.08 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 Waltham, encompassing approximately 5,908 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (700.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Waltham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 9
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Marian Way with total crimes: 3

How safe is Waltham?

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

  • Relative to North East Lincolnshire:

    • In 2024, Waltham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North East Lincolnshire average, with 268 crimes compared to 1560.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Waltham recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Waltham had fewer crimes than the North East Lincolnshire average, with 249 crimes compared to 1,519. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Waltham recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North East Lincolnshire, Waltham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Waltham Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Waltham has recorded 30 crimes with crime rate of 5.08 ranking 15th out of 14 in the North East Lincolnshire, UK

In 2024, the total Waltham crimes were 268. The crime rate of Waltham in 2024 was 45.36 (year) or 3.78 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the North East Lincolnshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Waltham were around 249 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.14 (year) or 3.51 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the North East Lincolnshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (North East Lincolnshire)CrimesRank (North East Lincolnshire)CrimesRank (North East Lincolnshire)
West Marsh280 23,404 23,397 1
East Marsh375 14,104 13,278 2
Park157 51,922 62,334 3
Sidney Sussex178 42,087 32,119 4
South193 32,031 42,082 5
Heneage139 71,958 51,909 6
Croft Baker146 61,776 71,482 7
Immingham96 91,078 91,140 8
Yarborough103 81,229 81,118 10
Freshney85 101,070 101,134 9
Haverstoe52 12595 12753 11
Humberston and New Waltham52 11799 11714 12
Wolds52 13528 14559 13
Scartho48 14546 13524 14

Waltham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 34 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 123 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20259
January 20259
December 20246
November 20245
October 20249
September 202415
August 20247
July 202413
June 202420
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 27 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20244
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20244

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Waltham in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Marian Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Drury Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Alderley Edge (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. St Helen'S Crescent (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Ings Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Kemeshame Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Church View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. New Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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