Lydney Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Lydney’s crime rate in September 2025 was 7.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.1% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This positions the area as slightly safer than the national picture, though the composition of crimes reveals distinct local patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.1% of all incidents—9% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 24.6%, 54% above the national rate, potentially linked to the Forest of Dean’s small community dynamics and seasonal transitions. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson accounted for 10.1% of crimes, 32% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s rural character and seasonal pressures. September, with its return to school and university freshers, likely influenced these trends, as younger populations often contribute to spikes in anti-social behaviour. However, other categories—such as burglary and vehicle crime—were below the UK average, with burglary at 29% below and vehicle crime at 50% below, due to the area’s limited commercial density and lower population density. The overall crime rate, while modest, highlights the need to address specific categories like violence and anti-social behaviour, which remain elevated relative to national benchmarks. These patterns are consistent with Lydney’s role as a built-up area within a predominantly rural district, where localized factors such as community cohesion and seasonal activity levels play a significant role in shaping crime trends.

September 2025 saw a sharp increase in bicycle theft, other crime, and drugs-related offences, each rising from zero to three incidents—a 100% increase. This surge may reflect the return of students to the Forest of Dean’s educational institutions, which could have introduced new vulnerabilities in unsecured bike storage areas. Conversely, public order offences fell by 80% compared to August, likely due to fewer large-scale events or gatherings as the summer season waned. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 22.7%, linked to the quieter pace of September, though this drop contrasts with the continued prominence of violence and sexual offences, which remained 9% above the UK average. Other theft was 40% below the national average, suggesting effective local deterrents or policing strategies in this category. These shifts highlight the dynamic interplay between seasonal rhythms and localized crime patterns, offering insights for targeted community engagement.

Lydney's overall crime rate in September 2025 stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.8 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as September typically sees reduced activity in outdoor spaces and a shift toward more structured routines following the summer. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, remains a consistent local benchmark. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. When scaled to Lydney’s population of 9,713, this suggests a relatively stable environment compared to national trends, though localized factors—such as the Forest of Dean’s rural character and limited commercial density—likely contribute to this disparity. The comparison underscores that while Lydney’s crime rate remains below the UK average, the area’s unique demographic and geographic profile may play a role in shaping these outcomes.