Crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire: statistics, rates and trends
487 crimes were recorded in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 46.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 13% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
- Types of crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
- Bottesford, North Lincolnshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
- Population and deprivation in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
- Questions about crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
- About this data
487 crimes were recorded in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 46.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 13% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 190 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bottesford, North Lincolnshire has the 3,191st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bottesford, North Lincolnshire | North Lincolnshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 487 | 16,325 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 46.1 | 95.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -13% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 10,556 | 171,336 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire was highest in the year to July 2020 (594 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (425). Over the whole period it fell 4%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 487 | 46.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 558 | 52.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 567 | 53.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 445 | 42.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 425 | 40.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 449 | 42.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 594 | 56.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 589 | 55.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 507 | 48.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 50 |
| June 2026 | 51 |
| May 2026 | 50 |
| April 2026 | 39 |
| March 2026 | 45 |
| February 2026 | 35 |
| January 2026 | 25 |
| December 2025 | 37 |
| November 2025 | 48 |
| October 2025 | 35 |
| September 2025 | 35 |
| August 2025 | 37 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest falls were in other crime (-43%) and burglary (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 190 | 18.0 | 0.53 | +1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 66 | 6.3 | 0.41 | -27% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 48 | 4.5 | 0.67 | -16% |
| Public order | 41 | 3.9 | 0.58 | -7% |
| Burglary | 39 | 3.7 | 1.04 | -29% |
| Other theft | 37 | 3.5 | 0.55 | -10% |
| Shoplifting | 20 | 1.9 | 0.23 | +11% |
| Other crime | 17 | 1.6 | 0.76 | -43% |
| Vehicle crime | 12 | 1.1 | 0.23 | -33% |
| Drugs | 9 | 0.9 | 0.26 | +0% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.5 | 0.35 | +67% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.20 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.12 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 190 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 39.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 66 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 13.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bottesford, North Lincolnshire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bottesford, North Lincolnshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bottesford, North Lincolnshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby Central | 1,313 | 140.8 | +205% |
| Brumby | 1,670 | 139.5 | +202% |
| Kingsway with Lincoln Gardens | 926 | 118.7 | +157% |
| Ashby Lakeside | 829 | 109.2 | +137% |
| Messingham | 141 | 35.8 | -22% |
| Frodingham | 1,386 | 165.8 | +259% |
| Town | 2,626 | 288.2 | +525% |
| Crosby & Park | 1,817 | 125.0 | +171% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Dolman Crescent | 29 |
| On or near Middleton Road | 25 |
| On or near Harrow Gardens | 20 |
| On or near Mountbatten Close | 17 |
| On or near St Catherines Crescent | 12 |
| On or near Further/Higher Educational Building | 12 |
| On or near Pool Drive | 12 |
| On or near High Leys Road | 10 |
| On or near Wayside Close | 10 |
| On or near Redwood Court | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 188 | 38.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 105 | 21.6% |
| Not recorded | 66 | 13.6% |
| Under investigation | 46 | 9.4% |
| Local resolution | 22 | 4.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 16 | 3.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 3.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 2.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 9 | 1.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.6% |
Bottesford, North Lincolnshire has an estimated population of 10,556. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire sits in decile 8.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bottesford, North Lincolnshire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 53.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 32.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 86.6% |
| Social rented homes | 2.7% |
| Private rented homes | 10.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.6 |
Is Bottesford, North Lincolnshire a safe place to live?
Bottesford, North Lincolnshire recorded 46.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 190 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (66).
Is crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bottesford, North Lincolnshire was down 13% on the year before: 487 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 558 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bottesford, North Lincolnshire?
Bottesford, North Lincolnshire is policed by Humberside. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Bottesford, North Lincolnshire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.