Lydney Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 9,713, Lydney recorded 94 crimes in June 2023, equating to 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 14.1% higher than the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, marking a significant deviation. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.1% of all reported incidents (33 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.4%, 22 cases) and public order offences (11.7%, 11 cases). These figures suggest a notable shift in crime patterns compared to other areas, with violent crime rates 16% above the national average and anti-social behaviour 55% higher. Seasonal factors may partly explain these trends: as June marks the start of summer, increased foot traffic in local areas and the onset of tourism in the Forest of Dean could contribute to heightened public order issues and interpersonal conflicts. However, the absence of specific data on events or local initiatives means these connections remain speculative. The spike in violent crime is particularly striking, with 33 incidents reported — a figure that may reflect broader societal pressures or local-specific dynamics not captured by the data alone. While the overall crime rate is elevated, the breakdown highlights a combination of community-specific factors and broader national trends.

June 2023 saw sharp month-on-month increases in several crime categories. Other theft rose by 400% (from 1 to 5 cases), burglary surged by 250% (from 2 to 7), and 'other crime' doubled (from 1 to 2). These jumps indicate a sudden shift in criminal activity. Violent crime, at 3.4 per 1,000, is 16% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour — at 2.3 per 1,000 — is 55% higher than national rates. Conversely, shoplifting and vehicle crime were 63% and 79% below UK averages, respectively, suggesting that retail-focused offences are not a major concern in Lydney. The most notable anomaly is the 14.1% overall crime rate increase compared to the UK average, which is driven by violent and anti-social crimes. Residents might find the surge in 'other theft' particularly concerning, as it reflects a sudden uptick in unclassified theft incidents. These trends could signal broader issues, such as increased transient populations or unmet local needs, though without additional data, such conclusions remain tentative.

Compared to May 2023, when the crime rate stood at 7.7 per 1,000, June 2023 saw a 25.4% increase, raising concerns about escalating criminal activity. This shift is stark when considering that, on average, Lydney experienced 3 crimes per day in June — a figure that, while not alarming in isolation, reflects a consistent presence of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 103 residents, a statistic that provides a tangible sense of exposure for local households. When scaled to the population of 9,713, this rate underscores the relative density of crime within a built-up area typically associated with lower urban crime rates. The comparison to the UK average is particularly telling: while the national rate is 8.5 per 1,000, Lydney's 9.7 rate highlights a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. This discrepancy may be attributed to local factors such as the area's proximity to the Forest of Dean, which could see fluctuations in tourism and transient populations during summer months. However, the absence of specific data on visitor numbers or local events prevents definitive conclusions about the root causes of this increase.