Lymm’s crime rate is notably lower than both the national average and that of several neighbouring villages within the Warrington area. Based on available data, Lymm, classified as a Built-Up Area (BUA) with a population of 12,768, experiences a crime rate of 38.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 91.6 crimes per 1,000 people.
To put this into perspective, let’s compare Lymm to its nearby communities. High Legh has a crime rate of just 17.5 per 1,000, making it the safest of the areas compared. Hollinfare’s rate sits at 36.7 per 1,000, relatively close to Lymm’s. Appleton Thorn, however, has a crime rate of 42.9 per 1,000, slightly higher than Lymm. Finally, Partington presents an exceptionally low crime rate of only 0.4 per 1,000, demonstrating an outlier level of safety.
Beyond the raw crime rate, Lymm also scores highly on safety, with a safety score of 91 out of 100, well above the UK average of 79. This indicates a perception of safety among residents and a generally secure environment. The combination of a low crime rate and a high safety score suggests that Lymm is a comparatively safe village within the Warrington area. While crime can occur anywhere, the data clearly points to Lymm having a significantly better safety profile than many other locations across the country. It's important to remember that these figures represent reported crimes and may not capture the full picture of all incidents.