Crime Rate in Burton upon Stather and Winterton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Burton upon Stather and Winterton

The total recorded crimes in Burton upon Stather and Winterton, North Lincolnshire, UK in May 2025 are around 63 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Burton upon Stather and Winterton crime rate of 26.23 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 Burton upon Stather and Winterton, encompassing approximately 2,401 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (13.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Burton upon Stather and Winterton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Betony Close with total crimes: 5
  • Fowler Court with total crimes: 5
  • Boynton Crescent with total crimes: 4

How safe is Burton upon Stather and Winterton?

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

  • Relative to North Lincolnshire:

    • In 2024, Burton upon Stather and Winterton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Lincolnshire average, with 746 crimes compared to 1137.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Burton upon Stather and Winterton recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 16 other areas in the North Lincolnshire.

    • In 2023, Burton upon Stather and Winterton had fewer crimes than the North Lincolnshire average, with 633 crimes compared to 1,019. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Burton upon Stather and Winterton recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 16 other areas in the North Lincolnshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Burton upon Stather and Winterton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Burton upon Stather and Winterton has recorded 63 crimes with crime rate of 26.23 ranking 10th out of 16 in the North Lincolnshire, UK

In 2024, the total Burton upon Stather and Winterton crimes were 746. The crime rate of Burton upon Stather and Winterton in 2024 was 310.59 (year) or 25.88 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Burton upon Stather and Winterton were around 633 crimes with yearly crime rate of 263.54 (year) or 21.96 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the North Lincolnshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Burton upon Stather and Winterton)CrimesRank (Burton upon Stather and Winterton)CrimesRank (Burton upon Stather and Winterton)
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
Brigg and Wolds67 9844 9845 9
Ferry61 11649 12660 10
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

Burton upon Stather and Winterton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 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 (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Public order 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 38 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 120 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.23 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20258
March 202518
February 20255
January 20254
December 20245
November 202413
October 20249
September 20245
August 20246
July 20248
June 202416
May 202413

A total of 344 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 26.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202534
April 202530
March 202524
February 202516
January 202528
December 202413
November 202419
October 202424
September 202421
August 202423
July 202438
June 202444
May 202430

A total of 48 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 67 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.15 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20257
March 20253
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20249
August 20248
July 20244
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 39 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20256
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
July 20246
June 20246
May 20248

A total of 39 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.90 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 202414
May 20244

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 79 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20254
March 20254
February 20257
January 20255
December 20246
November 20244
October 20249
September 20243
August 20243
July 20246
June 202418
May 20246

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
February 20252
November 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
August 20241

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20255
February 20256
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244
July 20245
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Burton upon Stather and Winterton in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Burton upon Stather and Winterton postcode area is presented below.

1. Betony Close (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Fowler Court (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Boynton Crescent (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
4. Burgon Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
5. B1430 (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Hiles Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Beech Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Coltsfoot Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Lodge Lane (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1

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