Crime Rate in Bottesford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bottesford

The total recorded crimes in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire, UK in July 2025 are around 52 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bottesford crime rate of 3.26 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 Bottesford, encompassing approximately 15,932 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-20.83% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (30.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
Bottesford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Yew Drive with total crimes: 7
  • Timberland with total crimes: 4
  • Mountbatten Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Bottesford?

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

  • Relative to North Lincolnshire:

    • In 2024, Bottesford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Lincolnshire average, with 681 crimes compared to 1137.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bottesford recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other areas in the North Lincolnshire.

    • In 2023, Bottesford had fewer crimes than the North Lincolnshire average, with 453 crimes compared to 1,019. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bottesford recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 16 other areas in the North Lincolnshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Bottesford Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bottesford has recorded 52 crimes with crime rate of 1.00 ranking 12th out of 16 in the North Lincolnshire, UK

In 2024, the total Bottesford crimes were 681. The crime rate of Bottesford in 2024 was 42.74 (year) or 3.56 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bottesford were around 453 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.43 (year) or 2.37 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bottesford)CrimesRank (Bottesford)CrimesRank (Bottesford)
Town237 12,598 12,305 1
Brumby168 32,367 22,131 2
Crosby and Park174 21,907 41,988 3
Ashby149 41,983 31,576 4
Frodingham105 51,652 51,252 5
Barton68 91,096 81,071 6
Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens101 61,288 61,056 7
Ridge78 81,213 71,017 8
Brigg and Wolds90 7844 9845 9
Ferry54 11649 12660 10
Burton upon Stather and Winterton45 13746 10633 11
Axholme North58 10609 14579 13
Burringham and Gunness42 14618 13586 12
Axholme Central25 16441 15477 14
Broughton and Appleby26 15292 17293 17
Axholme South22 17350 16398 16

Bottesford 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 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 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 (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (22 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20252
April 20255
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20243
November 20249
October 202410
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 188 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202524
May 20259
April 202518
March 20259
February 20257
January 202515
December 202415
November 202415
October 202426
September 202423
August 20248

A total of 91 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202510
May 20254
April 202516
March 20254
February 202510
January 20257
December 20243
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
August 20247

A total of 55 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 20247
August 202422

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 20252
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20246
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
December 20241

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20257
April 20254
March 20256
February 20251
January 20258
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20251
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Bottesford in July 2025

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

1. Yew Drive (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Timberland (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
3. Mountbatten Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Low Leys Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Endcliffe Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. St Peter'S Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
8. Worcester Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Moor Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
10. Churchill Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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