Updated April 20267 areas
Lincolnshire Crime Rankings 2026
North Kesteven is the safest area in Lincolnshire with a crime rate of 50.3 per 1,000 residents. The county average of 86.0 compares to a UK average of 81.3.
Data Sources:Police.ukONS Census 2021HM Land Registry Period: April 2026 • Updated monthly
North Kesteven
Safest in Lincolnshire
50.3 per 1k
Lincoln
Highest Crime in Lincolnshire
138.0 per 1k
81.3
UK Average
per 1k residents
1
Areas Improving
vs same period last year
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Lincolnshire's average crime rate of 86.0 per 1,000 residents is 4.7 above the UK average of 81.3.
Lincolnshire Rankings
| Rank | City / Town | Rate (per 1k) | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Kesteven | 50.3 | +21.2% |
| 2 | South Kesteven | 66.9 | +7.7% |
| 3 | South Holland | 74.4 | -6.7% |
| 4 | West Lindsey | 79.1 | +11.4% |
| 5 | East Lindsey | 88.3 | +12.1% |
| 6 | Boston | 104.7 | +6.3% |
| 7 | Lincoln | 138.0 | +9.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest city in Lincolnshire? expand_more
North Kesteven has the lowest crime rate in Lincolnshire at 50.3 crimes per 1,000 residents annually.
How does Lincolnshire compare to the UK average? expand_more
The average crime rate across Lincolnshire is 86.0 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK average of 81.3.
Is crime improving in Lincolnshire? expand_more
1 of 7 areas in Lincolnshire recorded fewer crimes than the same period last year.
Data: Police.uk (OGL v3.0) · Population: ONS Census 2021 · Methodology