Lymington Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Lymington’s crime profile in April 2025 was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.7% of all reported crimes, followed by public order and shoplifting. With a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 41.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This contrast is particularly striking given Lymington’s character as a built-up area within the New Forest—a rural region with limited urban infrastructure. The dominance of violent crime may be influenced by the area’s seasonal rhythms, as April’s Easter period and spring weather increase outdoor activity, potentially contributing to higher incidents of interpersonal conflict. However, the low overall rate suggests that the community’s relatively isolated location and strong local networks likely act as deterrents. Property crimes, while lower than violent offences, still account for 37.5% of total reports, with shoplifting and public order offences reflecting the area’s small-scale retail environment and the challenges of managing public spaces in a tourist-adjacent region. The UK comparison highlights Lymington’s exceptional safety, with categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage far below national averages, reinforcing the area’s status as a low-crime rural hub.

April 2025 saw sharp increases in burglary, drugs, and vehicle crime, with burglary surging by 300% from one to four incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, highlights a potential shift in local crime dynamics. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences declined by 13.8%, dropping from 29 to 25 cases—a reduction that aligns with Lymington’s 34.7% share of total crimes, which remains 39% below the UK average for this category. Public order offences, at 12.5% of total crimes, slightly exceeded the UK average by 11%, a contrast to the area’s overall safety profile. Shoplifting remained 9% below the UK rate, consistent with Lymington’s retail-focused economy. The decrease in violence and sexual offences may partly reflect the Easter holiday period, when outdoor activity typically declines. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal patterns and local crime trends.

Lymington’s crime rate in April 2025 rose by 5.8% compared to March’s 4.3 per 1,000, reaching 4.5 per 1,000. This modest increase follows a generally stable trend, with the area remaining well below the UK average. Locally, this translates to approximately two crimes reported each day over the month, a figure that reflects the small population of 15,854 residents. On a monthly basis, one crime occurred for every 220 residents, a rate that underscores the low frequency of incidents relative to the area’s size. While the rise is notable, it remains within a narrow margin of fluctuation typical for Lymington’s historically low crime profile. The population context further illustrates this: with 15,854 residents, the area’s crime density is significantly lower than urban centres, aligning with its character as a rural-built-up area within the New Forest. This suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion and the area’s natural surroundings, likely play a role in maintaining these low rates despite the slight upward trend.