Crime Rate in Stow: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stow

The total recorded crimes in Stow, West Lindsey, UK in March 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stow crime rate of 14.16 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 Stow, encompassing approximately 1,554 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (366.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Possession of weapons: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Stow Crime Hotspots

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

  • Queensway with total crimes: 14
  • Kisgate with total crimes: 2
  • Saint Hugh'S Terrace with total crimes: 2

How safe is Stow?

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

  • Relative to West Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Stow demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Lindsey average, with 184 crimes compared to 450.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Stow recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Stow had fewer crimes than the West Lindsey average, with 120 crimes compared to 367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Stow recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Stow Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Stow has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 6.43 ranking 9th out of 19 in the West Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Stow crimes were 184. The crime rate of Stow in 2024 was 118.40 (year) or 9.87 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stow were around 120 crimes with yearly crime rate of 106.17 (year) or 8.85 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Lindsey)CrimesRank (West Lindsey)CrimesRank (West Lindsey)
Gainsborough South-West168 12,190 11,936 1
Gainsborough East90 21,280 21,104 2
Gainsborough North72 3929 3771 3
Market Rasen44 4739 4574 4
Dunholme and Welton20 10360 9346 5
Scotter and Blyton32 6433 5336 7
Kelsey Wold36 5288 11231 10
Caistor and Yarborough32 7412 6341 6
Nettleham27 8392 7254 9
Cherry Willingham17 12371 8262 8
Saxilby16 14317 10210 11
Bardney18 11155 16127 14
Hemswell17 13221 13193 12
Scampton10 16226 12114 16
Wold View11 15181 15135 13
Torksey9 17131 1798 17
Waddingham and Spital5 1894 1890 18
Lea2 1964 1957 19
Sudbrooke1 2039 2049 20

Stow Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 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 (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (13 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20253
January 20258
December 20244
November 20242
October 202411
September 20245
August 20243
June 202410
May 202412
April 20243

A total of 47 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 202413
October 20246
September 20241
August 20243
July 20245
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
September 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
September 20241
July 20241
June 202410

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20242

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

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242
July 20241
May 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 Stow in March 2025

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

1. Queensway (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences11
Anti-social behaviour2
Possession of weapons1
2. Kisgate (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Saint Hugh'S Terrace (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Fillingham Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Orchard (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Saxilby Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Upper Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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