Lincolnshire Police

Is Grantham Rural South Safe?

Crime statistics for Grantham Rural South. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 1,539 crimes
29 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

1,539 Crimes (last 36 months)
41.4% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑23.3% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 1,539 total crimes recorded in Grantham Rural South

Violent Crime
530 34.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
320 20.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
140 9.1%
Vehicle Crime
131 8.5%
Other Theft
126 8.2%
Burglary
100 6.5%
Public Order
90 5.8%
Other Crime
44 2.9%
Drugs
24 1.6%
Shoplifting
23 1.5%
Possession of Weapons
7 0.5%
Robbery
3 0.2%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Grantham Rural South — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grantham Rural South safe?

Grantham Rural South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 29/100, rated Below Average. 577 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Grantham Rural South has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Grantham Rural South in the last 12 months?

577 crimes were recorded in Grantham Rural South in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 23.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (468 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Grantham Rural South?

The most common crime in Grantham Rural South is Violent Crime, with 530 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 91.9% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Grantham Rural South increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Grantham Rural South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 23.3% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Grantham Rural South?

Grantham Rural South has a safety score of 29 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Grantham Rural South compare to the Lincolnshire Police average?

Grantham Rural South has a safety score of 29/100, while the Lincolnshire Police force area average is 17/100. Grantham Rural South is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Grantham Rural South?

41.4% of crimes in Grantham Rural South resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Grantham Rural South?

530 violent crimes were recorded in Grantham Rural South in the last 12 months, representing 91.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 320 incidents.

When was the crime data for Grantham Rural South last updated?

The crime data for Grantham Rural South was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Grantham Rural South with other areas?

You can compare Grantham Rural South with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.