Crime Rate in Scotter and Blyton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Scotter and Blyton

The total recorded crimes in Scotter and Blyton, West Lindsey, UK in January 2026 are around 31 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Scotter and Blyton crime rate of 43.93 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 Scotter and Blyton, encompassing approximately 705 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Scotter and Blyton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 5
  • Blyton Road with total crimes: 2
  • West End Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Scotter and Blyton?

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

  • Relative to West Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Scotter and Blyton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Lindsey average, with 433 crimes compared to 450.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Scotter and Blyton witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

    • In 2023, Scotter and Blyton had fewer crimes than the West Lindsey average, with 336 crimes compared to 367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Scotter and Blyton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Scotter and Blyton Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Scotter and Blyton has recorded 31 crimes with crime rate of 43.93 ranking 7th out of 19 in the West Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Scotter and Blyton crimes were 433. The crime rate of Scotter and Blyton in 2024 was 613.58 (year) or 51.13 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Scotter and Blyton were around 336 crimes with yearly crime rate of 476.12 (year) or 39.68 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Scotter and Blyton)CrimesRank (Scotter and Blyton)CrimesRank (Scotter and Blyton)
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
Dunholme and Welton30 8360 9346 5
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

Scotter and Blyton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2025, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2025 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 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 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 4 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20264
November 20257
October 202510
September 20256
August 20254
July 20255
June 20254
May 20256
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252

A total of 89 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20267
December 20255
November 202511
October 20254
September 20258
August 20258
July 202513
June 20257
May 20255
April 202512
March 20255
February 20254

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
November 20252
August 20251
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 139 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202612
December 202510
November 20259
October 20258
September 20259
August 202516
July 202517
June 202510
May 202512
April 202514
March 202511
February 202511

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
October 20256
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
October 20251
September 20251
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
October 20253
September 20251
August 20254
July 20253
June 20252
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
August 20251
July 20251
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251

High Crime Locations Scotter and Blyton in January 2026

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

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
2. Blyton Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. West End Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Susworth Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Eastgate (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Mill Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Owen'S View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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