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 March 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brigg and Wolds crime rate of 9.17 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-38.71% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Brigg and Wolds Crime Hotspots

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

  • Market Place with total crimes: 12
  • Bluebell Grove with total crimes: 4
  • Station Road with total crimes: 3

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 March 2025 the Brigg and Wolds has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 9.17 ranking 12th 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.

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
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

Brigg and Wolds Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 83 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 20249
September 202411
August 202414
July 20247
June 20248
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
September 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 62 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 389 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

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

A total of 54 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 71 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 202511
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20248
September 202411
August 20249
July 20242
June 202412
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 65 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
July 20248
June 202414
May 20245
April 20247

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
July 20243
April 20243

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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 49 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241
September 202410
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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

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

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20242

High Crime Locations Brigg and Wolds in March 2025

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

1. Market Place (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting11
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Bluebell Grove (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Station Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
4. Wellington Way (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Other theft1
5. Woodbine Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Old School Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
8. Almond Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Queen'S Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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