Lydney Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2025, Lydney’s overall crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 3.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a statistic that positions the area as slightly safer than the national benchmark. The crime profile for the month revealed a combination of trends, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.5% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 29.0% and criminal damage and arson at 13.2%. These figures, while reflecting a generally stable pattern, are notable for their divergence from UK-wide averages, particularly in the case of anti-social behaviour, which is 58% above the national rate. This discrepancy may be attributed to Lydney’s unique position as a built-up area within the rural Forest of Dean, where the concentration of population and the transient nature of summer visitors could contribute to higher levels of public disorder. The seasonal context of August—as a peak holiday month—adds further nuance to the data, with increased tourism heightening the risk of criminal damage and arson due to the temporary absence of residents from their homes. However, the overall decline in the area’s crime rate, coupled with the drop in violent crime and anti-social behaviour, suggests a broader trend of improved safety that may be influenced by both seasonal factors and local initiatives. The relatively low rates of property-related crimes, such as burglary (2.6% of total incidents) and vehicle crime (2.6%), are also consistent with the area’s characteristics, where the absence of major commercial hubs or densely populated urban centres may reduce opportunities for such offences. This combination of factors illustrates a community that, while not immune to crime, is managing its risks in a way that aligns with its geographic and social profile.

August 2025 saw stark contrasts in Lydney’s crime trends, with criminal damage and arson escalating by 400%—a jump from 2 to 10 incidents—despite an overall 18.3% decline in the area’s crime rate. This surge, though significant, may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased holiday activity and the presence of unoccupied homes during the summer months. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 35.3%, a decrease from 34 to 22 incidents, suggesting a possible reduction in public disturbances during the peak of the tourist season. The breakdown of crime types also reveals that Lydney’s rate for anti-social behaviour is 58% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect the area’s proximity to popular tourist routes or its status as a built-up area within a rural district. Meanwhile, violent crime rates fell by 30.8%, with incidents dropping from 39 to 27—a shift that may align with the seasonal lull in nightlife activity typical of the Forest of Dean during August.

Lydney’s crime rate in August 2025 fell by 18.3% compared to July, reflecting a marked shift in the local crime picture. The previous month’s rate of 9.6 per 1,000 residents dropped to 7.8 per 1,000, a decline consistent with seasonal patterns in the Forest of Dean, where summer holidays and reduced foot traffic may temper certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 128 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents considering the relative safety of their neighbourhood. This rate, when scaled to the local population, suggests that while the overall crime picture is improving, specific categories such as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage remain elevated compared to the UK average. The contrast between the monthly exposure statistic and the UK-wide benchmark highlights the importance of localised analysis, as Lydney’s unique demographic and geographic profile—situated within a rural area yet containing a built-up core—may influence crime trends differently than larger urban centres.