Crime Rate in Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell

The total recorded crimes in Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell, North Kesteven, UK in July 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell crime rate of 16.59 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 Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell, encompassing approximately 723 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Pinfold with total crimes: 1
  • Vicarage Close with total crimes: 1
  • Playgarth Estate with total crimes: 1

How safe is Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell?

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

  • Relative to North Kesteven:

    • In 2024, Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Kesteven average, with 113 crimes compared to 274.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 25 other areas in the North Kesteven.

    • In 2023, Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell had fewer crimes than the North Kesteven average, with 142 crimes compared to 212. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the North Kesteven.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Kesteven, Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 16.59 ranking 20th out of 25 in the North Kesteven, UK

In 2024, the total Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell crimes were 113. The crime rate of Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell in 2024 was 156.19 (year) or 13.02 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the North Kesteven.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell were around 142 crimes with yearly crime rate of 196.27 (year) or 16.36 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the North Kesteven.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell)CrimesRank (Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell)CrimesRank (Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell)
Sleaford Castle51 2767 1563 1
Bracebridge Heath and Waddington East60 1582 2404 3
Sleaford Westholme44 3549 3501 2
Eagle, Swinderby and Witham St Hughs41 4462 4370 4
North Hykeham Memorial33 7386 7292 5
Sleaford Holdingham35 6401 5253 8
North Hykeham Mill35 5263 12166 17
Sleaford Quarrington and Mareham30 9391 6288 6
Billinghay, Martin and North Kyme29 10283 10275 7
Heckington Rural23 11321 8188 12
Ruskington31 8250 14231 10
Sleaford Navigation13 19303 9250 9
North Hykeham Moor14 17244 15191 11
Heighington and Washingborough16 16268 11167 16
Branston23 12256 13181 13
Skellingthorpe18 13155 1897 21
Metheringham14 18199 17178 14
Bassingham and Brant Broughton17 14147 19152 18
Cliff Villages17 15211 16170 15
North Hykeham Forum7 22106 23109 20
Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme5 26139 2083 22
Osbournby10 21116 2182 23
Leasingham and Rauceby7 2349 2654 25
Waddington West6 2579 2462 24
North Hykeham Witham6 2479 2550 26

Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (1 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 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 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 37 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20255
April 20251
March 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 5 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

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June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
January 20251

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20245

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

High Crime Locations Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell postcode area is presented below.

1. The Pinfold (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Vicarage Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Playgarth Estate (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Trundle Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Selvayn'S Drive (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. North Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. The Sidings (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Manor Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lime Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cherry Tree Crescent (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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