Crime Rate in Gainsborough North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gainsborough North

The total recorded crimes in Gainsborough North, West Lindsey, UK in January 2026 are around 66 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gainsborough North crime rate of 5.41 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 Gainsborough North, encompassing approximately 12,205 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (17.24% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (-54.55% decrease)
Gainsborough North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Brook Lane with total crimes: 13
  • Mercer Road with total crimes: 5
  • Northolme View with total crimes: 4

How safe is Gainsborough North?

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

  • Relative to West Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Gainsborough North reported a higher crime volume than the West Lindsey average, with 929 crimes compared to 450. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Gainsborough North witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

    • In 2023, Gainsborough North experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Lindsey average, with 771 crimes compared to 367. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Gainsborough North witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Lindsey, Gainsborough North has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Gainsborough North Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Gainsborough North has recorded 66 crimes with crime rate of 5.41 ranking 3th out of 19 in the West Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Gainsborough North crimes were 929. The crime rate of Gainsborough North in 2024 was 76.11 (year) or 6.34 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gainsborough North were around 771 crimes with yearly crime rate of 63.17 (year) or 5.26 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Gainsborough North)CrimesRank (Gainsborough North)CrimesRank (Gainsborough North)
Gainsborough South-West142 12,190 11,936 1
Gainsborough East59 41,280 21,104 2
Market Rasen83 2739 4574 4
Dunholme and Welton30 8360 9346 5
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

Gainsborough North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20251

A total of 384 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 47 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202634
December 202529
November 202536
October 202526
September 202532
August 202531
July 202547
June 202523
May 202529
April 202535
March 202535
February 202527

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
September 20253
August 20254
July 20252
May 20251
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
August 20251

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 202511
November 20258
October 20258
September 20254
August 202515
July 202513
June 20256
May 20258
April 20257
March 20257
February 20257

A total of 187 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.58 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202616
December 202514
November 202512
October 202517
September 202510
August 202520
July 202519
June 202516
May 202516
April 202518
March 202520
February 20259

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
November 20252
October 20252
September 20251
August 20252
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
February 20251

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
November 20256
October 20254
September 20254
August 20254
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20252
November 20256
October 20254
September 20251
August 20255
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20256

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20254
September 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20254

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20252
November 20253
October 20255
September 20252
August 20251
July 20256
June 20258
May 20256
April 20255
February 20256

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20253
October 20251
March 20251

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20252
September 20252
February 20251

High Crime Locations Gainsborough North in January 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gainsborough North postcode area is presented below.

1. Brook Lane (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences10
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Mercer Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
3. Northolme View (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Carlisle Mews (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Asquith Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting1
6. Morton Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lime Tree Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
8. Sycamore Drive (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rectory Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Police Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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