Bockum is a northeastern district located in the city of Krefeld within the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is recognized as one of the most favored residential areas in the city due to its high housing comfort, advantageous location, and extensive parklands.
The center of the district is characterized by the neogothic church of St. Gertrudis. The area offers various recreational facilities, including a zoo, the Stadtwald, Grotenburg Stadion, and a large swimming facility. While living costs in Bockum are situated in the upper third of the city's range, the population is primarily composed of single-occupancy housing and is considered mostly conservative.