Crime Rate in Bottesford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bottesford

The total recorded crimes in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire, UK in March 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bottesford crime rate of 2.39 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
Bottesford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dolman Crescent with total crimes: 8
  • Churchill Road with total crimes: 2
  • Wayside Close with total crimes: 2

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Bottesford has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 2.39 ranking 14th 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.

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
Barton71 81,096 81,071 6
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
Burringham and Gunness45 13618 13586 12
Axholme Central35 15441 15477 14
Axholme South25 17350 16398 16
Broughton and Appleby28 16292 17293 17

Bottesford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 231 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 202515
December 202415
November 202415
October 202426
September 202423
August 20248
July 202428
June 202444
May 202422
April 202419

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20258
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 202412
April 20241

A total of 56 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20243
November 20249
October 202410
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
June 202412
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20246
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 20246
June 20248
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 97 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202510
January 20257
December 20243
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
August 20247
July 20248
June 202424
May 202415
April 20242

A total of 59 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 20247
August 202422
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20246

A total of 30 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244
May 20249
April 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 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

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Bottesford in March 2025

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

1. Dolman Crescent (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Churchill Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Wayside Close (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
4. Pool Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Moor Road (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
7. Chancel Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Mountbatten Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Emmanuel Drive (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Downing Crescent (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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