Lymm Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 12,768 residents, Lymm recorded 46 crimes in April 2024, equating to a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 people. This figure is 53.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 19 incidents (41.3% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (15.2%) and anti-social behaviour (8.7%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Warrington, where community policing and local initiatives may contribute to lower rates of property crime. April’s crime profile shows a seasonal shift: the Easter period and spring weather, which typically see increased outdoor activity, coincided with a notable reduction in violent crime. This could be partly explained by the timing of school holidays and reduced foot traffic in public spaces. However, the area still faces challenges in addressing anti-social behaviour, which remains 75% below the UK average but could indicate underlying issues in specific neighbourhoods. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (4.4% of total crimes) suggests effective retail security measures, supported by local business partnerships.

April 2024 saw significant month-on-month changes in crime patterns, with violent crime decreasing by 26.9% (from 26 to 19 incidents). This drop aligns with the Easter holiday period, which often sees reduced activity in town centres and public spaces. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply by 55.6%, likely linked to seasonal changes and the closure of schools during holidays. Conversely, 'other crime' rose by 200%, increasing from one to three incidents, a category that may include unclassified or emerging types of offences. Criminal damage and arson saw a 16.7% increase, potentially tied to weather-related factors or seasonal maintenance activities. Lymm’s rate of violence and sexual offences (1.5 per 1,000) is 41% below the UK average, a stark contrast to categories like anti-social behaviour, which are 75% below the national rate. This highlights a unique balance in the area’s crime mix, where violent crime is suppressed but property-related offences remain stable. Residents may find the 23.4% month-on-month drop in overall crime rates (from 4.7 to 3.6 per 1,000) a positive indicator of sustained safety efforts.

April’s crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents represents a 23.4% decrease from March’s rate of 4.7 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. When scaled to daily activity, this translates to roughly two crimes reported per day across Lymm’s 12,768 residents—a figure that, while non-zero, is considerably lower than many similar areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 278 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the UK average. This is particularly evident when considering that Lymm’s violent crime rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 41% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s demographic composition or effective local policing strategies. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even with 46 crimes recorded, the impact on residents is diluted by the area’s size and possibly its community-focused approach to crime prevention. While daily crime counts remain a concern, the overall trajectory suggests that Lymm’s crime profile is increasingly divergent from the national norm, with violent and property crime rates consistently below UK averages.