Crime Rate in Barton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Barton

The total recorded crimes in Barton, North Lincolnshire, UK in March 2025 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Barton crime rate of 1.85 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 Barton, encompassing approximately 38,380 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (58.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
Barton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Blyth Court with total crimes: 6
  • River View with total crimes: 5
  • Overton Court with total crimes: 5

How safe is Barton?

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

  • Relative to North Lincolnshire:

    • In 2024, Barton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Lincolnshire average, with 1096 crimes compared to 1137.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Barton witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Barton experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Lincolnshire average, with 1,071 crimes compared to 1,019. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Barton witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Barton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Barton has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 1.85 ranking 8th out of 16 in the North Lincolnshire, UK

In 2024, the total Barton crimes were 1,096. The crime rate of Barton in 2024 was 48.75 (year) or 4.06 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Barton were around 1,071 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.97 (year) or 4.00 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Lincolnshire)CrimesRank (North Lincolnshire)CrimesRank (North Lincolnshire)
Town220 12,598 12,305 1
Brumby164 22,367 22,131 2
Crosby and Park162 31,907 41,988 3
Ashby145 41,983 31,576 4
Frodingham93 51,652 51,252 5
Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens83 71,288 61,056 7
Ridge84 61,213 71,017 8
Brigg and Wolds54 12844 9845 9
Axholme North61 9609 14579 13
Ferry58 11649 12660 10
Burton upon Stather and Winterton60 10746 10633 11
Bottesford38 14681 11453 15
Burringham and Gunness45 13618 13586 12
Axholme Central35 15441 15477 14
Axholme South25 17350 16398 16
Broughton and Appleby28 16292 17293 17

Barton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 24 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (15 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 92 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20255
December 20248
November 20246
October 202410
September 20247
August 202410
July 20243
June 202410
May 20248
April 202415

A total of 85 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20248
September 202411
August 20249
July 202410
June 202414
May 20245
April 202411

A total of 418 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 34.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202538
February 202524
January 202534
December 202425
November 202431
October 202433
September 202433
August 202428
July 202421
June 202462
May 202454
April 202435

A total of 32 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 93 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20255
December 202412
November 20245
October 20246
September 20245
August 20249
July 20248
June 202412
May 202411
April 202412

A total of 62 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 202410
November 20243
September 20246
August 20243
July 20248
June 202412
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20244
July 20246
June 202410
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 117 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 202412
November 20244
October 20246
September 20245
August 202414
July 202415
June 202422
May 202413
April 202414

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
October 20241
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20244

High Crime Locations Barton in March 2025

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

1. Blyth Court (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
2. River View (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
3. Overton Court (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
4. Sandpiper Way (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Grange Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
6. Franklin Mews (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Forkedale (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
8. Milson Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Whitecross Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Market Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1

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