Crime Rate in Caistor and Yarborough: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Caistor and Yarborough

The total recorded crimes in Caistor and Yarborough, West Lindsey, UK in May 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Caistor and Yarborough crime rate of 47.05 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 Caistor and Yarborough, encompassing approximately 531 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-46.15% decrease)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Caistor and Yarborough Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3
  • Westbrooke Grove with total crimes: 2
  • Market Place with total crimes: 2

How safe is Caistor and Yarborough?

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

  • Relative to West Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Caistor and Yarborough demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Lindsey average, with 412 crimes compared to 450.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Caistor and Yarborough witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

    • In 2023, Caistor and Yarborough had fewer crimes than the West Lindsey average, with 341 crimes compared to 367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Caistor and Yarborough witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Lindsey, Caistor and Yarborough has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Caistor and Yarborough Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Caistor and Yarborough has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 47.05 ranking 11th out of 19 in the West Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Caistor and Yarborough crimes were 412. The crime rate of Caistor and Yarborough in 2024 was 775.46 (year) or 64.62 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Caistor and Yarborough were around 341 crimes with yearly crime rate of 641.82 (year) or 53.49 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Caistor and Yarborough)CrimesRank (Caistor and Yarborough)CrimesRank (Caistor and Yarborough)
Gainsborough South-West174 12,190 11,936 1
Gainsborough East91 21,280 21,104 2
Gainsborough North65 3929 3771 3
Market Rasen48 5739 4574 4
Kelsey Wold54 4288 11231 10
Dunholme and Welton36 6360 9346 5
Scotter and Blyton33 8433 5336 7
Nettleham34 7392 7254 9
Cherry Willingham25 9371 8262 8
Saxilby25 10317 10210 11
Hemswell9 16221 13193 12
Scampton15 13226 12114 16
Bardney23 12155 16127 14
Wold View13 14181 15135 13
Stow10 15184 14120 15
Torksey6 17131 1798 17
Waddingham and Spital4 1894 1890 18
Lea4 1964 1957 19
Sudbrooke2 2039 2049 20

Caistor and Yarborough Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 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 (13 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 17 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 (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 167 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202512
March 202511
February 202512
January 20255
December 202413
November 202413
October 20247
September 202412
August 202414
July 202417
June 202428
May 202414

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 104 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202513
March 202512
February 20257
January 20254
December 20246
November 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 20248
July 20248
June 202424
May 20245

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
November 20242
October 20243

A total of 37 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
November 20248
October 20243
September 20246
August 20242
July 20245
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.69 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 20244
June 202410
May 20241

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Caistor and Yarborough in May 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
2. Westbrooke Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Market Place (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. The Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Churchill Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Antonius Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. North Kelsey Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Evergreen Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Butter Market (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
10. Horse Market (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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