Lymington Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Lymington's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 26.2% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area's generally low crime profile, which aligns with its status as a built-up area within the New Forest—a region characterised by a mix of rural landscapes and coastal tourism. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.7% of all reported incidents (35 cases), though this rate remains 23% below the UK average for the same category. Other theft followed closely, contributing 14.3% of the total (14 cases), a figure that sits 53% above the UK average, highlighting a potential local vulnerability in this area. Public order offences (13 cases) also featured prominently, though at 25% above the UK average. These patterns may be influenced by Lymington's summer tourism peak, which brings higher foot traffic to public spaces and retail areas. The seasonal context of July—marked by festivals, extended daylight hours, and school holidays—likely plays a role in shaping these dynamics, with increased community activity potentially deterring some crimes while also creating opportunities for others. The overall rate remains consistent with Lymington's historical trend of lower-than-average crime levels, suggesting that local factors such as community policing, the area's natural barriers, and the transient nature of tourist populations may contribute to this outcome.

July 2024 saw a marked 75% reduction in anti-social behaviour, dropping from 20 incidents in June to 5 in July—a shift that may reflect the impact of summer festivals and increased community engagement. Conversely, other theft rose sharply by 250% (4 to 14 cases), a jump that stands out as 53% above the UK average for this category. Burglary also surged by 200%, from 1 to 3 incidents, though this remains 35% below the UK rate. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by two-thirds (from 9 to 3 cases), aligning with the broader trend of 71% below the UK average for this category. These fluctuations illustrate how seasonal dynamics—such as the peak of the tourism season—can influence crime patterns, with some categories (like theft) benefiting from heightened local awareness or enforcement during busy months.

Lymington's crime rate in July 2024 (6.2 per 1,000 residents) marked an 8.4% decrease from June's 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that remains consistent with Lymington's generally low crime profile. When contextualised against the local population of 15,854, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for every 162 residents over the course of the month. This rate is lower than the UK average, though the comparison section does not provide direct UK equivalents for daily or monthly exposure figures. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the absolute number of crimes (98 total), the rate remains well below national benchmarks, suggesting that local factors—such as the area's rural character and tourism-driven seasonal activity—may contribute to this pattern.