Crime Rate in Dunholme and Welton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dunholme and Welton

The total recorded crimes in Dunholme and Welton, West Lindsey, UK in January 2026 are around 30 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dunholme and Welton crime rate of 10.56 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 Dunholme and Welton, encompassing approximately 2,841 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (41.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Dunholme and Welton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dixon Place with total crimes: 5
  • Church Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Pond Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Dunholme and Welton?

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

  • Relative to West Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Dunholme and Welton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Lindsey average, with 360 crimes compared to 450.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Dunholme and Welton witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

    • In 2023, Dunholme and Welton had fewer crimes than the West Lindsey average, with 346 crimes compared to 367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Dunholme and Welton witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Dunholme and Welton Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Dunholme and Welton has recorded 30 crimes with crime rate of 10.56 ranking 8th out of 19 in the West Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Dunholme and Welton crimes were 360. The crime rate of Dunholme and Welton in 2024 was 126.70 (year) or 10.56 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dunholme and Welton were around 346 crimes with yearly crime rate of 121.78 (year) or 10.15 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Dunholme and Welton)CrimesRank (Dunholme and Welton)CrimesRank (Dunholme and Welton)
Gainsborough South-West142 12,190 11,936 1
Gainsborough East59 41,280 21,104 2
Market Rasen83 2739 4574 4
Gainsborough North66 3929 3771 3
Scotter and Blyton31 7433 5336 7
Kelsey Wold42 5288 11231 10
Caistor and Yarborough27 9412 6341 6
Nettleham37 6392 7254 9
Cherry Willingham16 12371 8262 8
Saxilby17 11317 10210 11
Torksey17 10131 1798 17
Hemswell12 15221 13193 12
Scampton3 19226 12114 16
Wold View13 14181 15135 13
Bardney15 13155 16127 14
Stow9 17184 14120 15
Waddingham and Spital11 1694 1890 18
Sudbrooke4 1839 2049 20
Lea1 2064 1957 19

Dunholme and Welton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 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 3 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , 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 (6 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20253
November 20257
October 20255
September 20256
August 20256
July 20258
June 20259
May 20259
April 20258
March 20254
February 20255

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
February 20251

A total of 173 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.42 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202617
December 202512
November 202517
October 202511
September 202529
August 202514
July 202511
June 202518
May 202517
April 20256
March 202510
February 202511

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
December 20252
August 20251
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20253
June 20253
May 20253
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20251
July 20251
March 20251

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20253
October 20251
September 20251
July 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
March 20252

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20253
September 20252
August 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
February 20251

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

MonthCount
November 20251

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
August 20252
July 20251
May 20252

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

MonthCount
July 20251

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

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

High Crime Locations Dunholme and Welton in January 2026

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

1. Dixon Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Church Lane (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
3. Pond Close (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Snelland Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Hampden Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Swan Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Painshall Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Eagle Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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