Crime Rate in Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme

The total recorded crimes in Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme, North Kesteven, UK in March 2025 are around 6 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme crime rate of 167.13 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 Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme, encompassing approximately 35 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (1) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 1
  • Empire Court with total crimes: 1
  • Mount Lane with total crimes: 1

How safe is Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme?

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

  • Relative to North Kesteven:

    • In 2024, Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Kesteven average, with 139 crimes compared to 274.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme had fewer crimes than the North Kesteven average, with 83 crimes compared to 212. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Kesteven, Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme has recorded 6 crimes with crime rate of 167.13 ranking 23th out of 25 in the North Kesteven, UK

In 2024, the total Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme crimes were 139. The crime rate of Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme in 2024 was 3871.87 (year) or 322.66 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the North Kesteven.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme were around 83 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2311.98 (year) or 192.66 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the North Kesteven.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Kesteven)CrimesRank (North Kesteven)CrimesRank (North Kesteven)
Sleaford Castle42 3767 1563 1
Sleaford Westholme51 1549 3501 2
Bracebridge Heath and Waddington East26 5582 2404 3
Sleaford Quarrington and Mareham43 2391 6288 6
Eagle, Swinderby and Witham St Hughs20 11462 4370 4
Heckington Rural38 4321 8188 12
North Hykeham Memorial19 12386 7292 5
Sleaford Holdingham25 6401 5253 8
Billinghay, Martin and North Kyme21 10283 10275 7
Heighington and Washingborough25 7268 11167 16
Branston21 8256 13181 13
Sleaford Navigation15 15303 9250 9
North Hykeham Moor21 9244 15191 11
Ruskington18 13250 14231 10
North Hykeham Mill15 16263 12166 17
Metheringham12 17199 17178 14
Bassingham and Brant Broughton17 14147 19152 18
Cliff Villages9 21211 16170 15
Skellingthorpe7 22155 1897 21
Leasingham and Rauceby9 1849 2654 25
Ashby de la Launde and Cranwell9 19113 22142 19
North Hykeham Forum5 25106 23109 20
Osbournby9 20116 2182 23
Waddington West5 2679 2462 24
North Hykeham Witham6 2479 2550 26

Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 11 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
August 20243

A total of 50 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20247
September 20243
August 20246
July 20244
June 20248
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
November 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Kirkby la Thorpe and South Kyme postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Public order1
2. Empire Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Mount Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Church Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Main Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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