Lymm Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Lymm's crime profile in October 2025, accounting for 35.4% of all reported incidents. This category alone contributes to a crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 51% below the UK average for this specific offence type. The overall crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents is 50.6% below the national average of 7.7, reflecting a consistently lower level of criminal activity compared to the rest of the UK. Anti-social behaviour makes up 25% of reported crime, with a rate of 0.9 per 1,000, 29% below the UK average. These figures suggest Lymm maintains a relatively safe environment, though the prominence of violent crime indicates targeted local challenges. Seasonal factors in October—darker evenings, the Halloween period, and clocks going back—may influence patterns of outdoor activity and visibility, potentially affecting crime dynamics. The low rates of property crime (10.4% of total incidents) contrast with the higher proportion of violent crime, a pattern consistent with Lymm's built-up area status within Warrington. This suggests community-focused policing efforts and local social cohesion may play a role in reducing property-related offences, while addressing violence remains a priority. The data aligns with the character of a largely residential, suburban area where public spaces are more densely used than in rural counterparts, contributing to the higher proportion of violent and anti-social incidents compared to property crime.

October 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across Lymm. Anti-social behaviour increased by 33.3% compared to September, rising from 9 to 12 incidents—a jump that may reflect heightened social activity during the Halloween period or changes in community engagement. Burglary also rose sharply by 66.7%, with incidents increasing from 3 to 5, a trend that could be linked to seasonal fluctuations in home occupancy or changes in local economic conditions. Conversely, shoplifting and vehicle crime both declined significantly, with shoplifting falling by 75% (from 4 to 1) and vehicle crime dropping by 50% (from 2 to 1), indicating effective policing in retail areas or reduced opportunities due to shorter daylight hours. The category of 'other crime' saw a 100% increase, moving from 0 to 1 incident—an anomaly that may warrant closer examination in future reports. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, but their rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 51% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or environmental factors are contributing to this disparity. The significant underperformance of Lymm's burglary rate compared to the UK average (33% below) highlights the area's unique security profile, influenced by its suburban layout and residential focus.

Lymm's crime rate in October 2025 (3.8 per 1,000 residents) marks a 5.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.0, indicating a slight downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of local risk exposure. When scaled to the population of 12,768, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 266 residents—a statistic that contextualises the low frequency of incidents within the community. This monthly aggregate suggests that while crime is present, it is not pervasive, with most residents unlikely to encounter it directly. The comparison to the UK average reveals a stark contrast: Lymm's overall crime rate is nearly half that of the national figure, a disparity that persists across multiple categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour occurs at 0.9 per 1,000 in Lymm, 29% below the UK average of 1.3, and public order offences are 43% below the national rate. These figures reinforce the area's position as a relatively safe built-up environment within Warrington. However, the slight increase in burglary compared to the UK average (33% above) introduces a note of caution, highlighting the need for targeted measures in this specific category. The combination of low overall rates and marked differences in specific crime types illustrates a complex local landscape shaped by both effective community policing and unique environmental factors.