Crime Rate in Brigg and Wolds: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brigg and Wolds

The total recorded crimes in Brigg and Wolds, North Lincolnshire, UK in May 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brigg and Wolds crime rate of 11.38 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 Brigg and Wolds, encompassing approximately 5,888 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (10.71% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Brigg and Wolds Crime Hotspots

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

  • Market Place with total crimes: 14
  • Glebe Road with total crimes: 4
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4

How safe is Brigg and Wolds?

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

  • Relative to North Lincolnshire:

    • In 2024, Brigg and Wolds demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Lincolnshire average, with 844 crimes compared to 1137.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Brigg and Wolds had fewer crimes than the North Lincolnshire average, with 845 crimes compared to 1,019. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Brigg and Wolds Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Brigg and Wolds has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 11.38 ranking 9th out of 16 in the North Lincolnshire, UK

In 2024, the total Brigg and Wolds crimes were 844. The crime rate of Brigg and Wolds in 2024 was 143.33 (year) or 11.94 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brigg and Wolds were around 845 crimes with yearly crime rate of 143.50 (year) or 11.96 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Brigg and Wolds)CrimesRank (Brigg and Wolds)CrimesRank (Brigg and Wolds)
Town186 12,598 12,305 1
Brumby122 42,367 22,131 2
Crosby and Park152 21,907 41,988 3
Ashby148 31,983 31,576 4
Frodingham94 61,652 51,252 5
Ridge104 51,213 71,017 8
Barton83 71,096 81,071 6
Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens77 81,288 61,056 7
Ferry61 11649 12660 10
Burton upon Stather and Winterton63 10746 10633 11
Bottesford32 14681 11453 15
Burringham and Gunness46 13618 13586 12
Axholme North49 12609 14579 13
Axholme Central29 15441 15477 14
Axholme South14 17350 16398 16
Broughton and Appleby20 16292 17293 17

Brigg and Wolds Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 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 (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 32 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 (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 69 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20256
March 20252
February 20256
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
July 20248
June 202414
May 20245

A total of 58 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.46 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20253
March 20254
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 20242
October 20244
September 20248
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
September 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 72 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.54 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 20255
February 20251
January 20256
December 20246
November 20243
October 20246
September 20246
August 20248
July 20246
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 88 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.77 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20255
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 20249
September 202411
August 202414
July 20247
June 20248
May 20249

A total of 424 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 32.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202531
April 202528
March 202519
February 202531
January 202534
December 202424
November 202433
October 202429
September 202435
August 202442
July 202432
June 202450
May 202436

A total of 76 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20257
March 20253
February 202511
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20248
September 202411
August 20249
July 20242
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
September 20241
July 20243

A total of 51 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 202512
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241
September 202410
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20246
August 20245
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241
July 20242

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241

High Crime Locations Brigg and Wolds in May 2025

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

1. Market Place (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting6
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
2. Glebe Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
5. Northern Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Springfield Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Hawthorn Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Health Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Cross Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
10. Poplar Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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