Crime Rate in Market Rasen: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Market Rasen

The total recorded crimes in Market Rasen, West Lindsey, UK in January 2026 are around 83 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Market Rasen crime rate of 30.56 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 Market Rasen, encompassing approximately 2,716 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (-26.09% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (12) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
Market Rasen Crime Hotspots

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

  • John Street with total crimes: 10
  • Willow Tree Drive with total crimes: 8
  • Queen Street with total crimes: 7

How safe is Market Rasen?

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

  • Relative to West Lindsey:

    • In 2024, Market Rasen reported a higher crime volume than the West Lindsey average, with 739 crimes compared to 450. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Market Rasen witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

    • In 2023, Market Rasen experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Lindsey average, with 574 crimes compared to 367. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Market Rasen witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 19 other areas in the West Lindsey.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Market Rasen Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Market Rasen has recorded 83 crimes with crime rate of 30.56 ranking 2th out of 19 in the West Lindsey, UK

In 2024, the total Market Rasen crimes were 739. The crime rate of Market Rasen in 2024 was 272.09 (year) or 22.67 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Market Rasen were around 574 crimes with yearly crime rate of 211.34 (year) or 17.61 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the West Lindsey.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Market Rasen)CrimesRank (Market Rasen)CrimesRank (Market Rasen)
Gainsborough South-West142 12,190 11,936 1
Gainsborough East59 41,280 21,104 2
Gainsborough North66 3929 3771 3
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

Market Rasen Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (21 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (34 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20254
November 20252
October 20254
September 20252
August 20253
July 20252
June 20255
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 184 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202621
December 202515
November 20256
October 202522
September 202516
August 202515
July 202525
June 202514
May 20259
April 202517
March 202512
February 202512

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20269
December 20253
September 20251
August 20251
July 20254
June 20253
May 20256
April 20254
March 20255

A total of 268 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.33 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202617
December 202523
November 202518
October 202529
September 202522
August 202530
July 202528
June 202522
May 202520
April 202527
March 202518
February 202514

A total of 49 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20257
November 20253
October 20254
September 20259
August 20254
July 20255
June 20251
May 20256
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 114 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.29 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202612
December 202514
November 202534
October 202532
September 202517
August 20253
July 20252

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
December 20252
September 20254
July 20251
February 20251

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20252
October 20251
August 20251
March 20251

A total of 35 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20265
December 20254
November 20254
October 20252
September 20253
August 20252
July 20252
June 20253
May 20255
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

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
March 20251

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.55 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
August 20251

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

MonthCount
November 20252
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252

High Crime Locations Market Rasen in January 2026

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

1. John Street (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting6
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Willow Tree Drive (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour8
3. Queen Street (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
4. B1202 (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Birchwoods Close (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Public order1
6. Dear Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Race Track (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
8. Gulham Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
9. Marsh Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1

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