Lymm Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Lymm’s crime rate in September 2025 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 45.9% below the UK average of 7.4. This figure, while modest, reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local demographics. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 37.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and other theft (7.8%). These rates are significantly lower than the UK averages for each category, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both falling 40–51% below national figures. September, marked by the return to school and university freshers’ week, may have influenced patterns. The area’s low crime profile, particularly in property-related offences, aligns with its character as a relatively quiet built-up area within Warrington, where community engagement and local initiatives may contribute to sustained safety. However, the 200% increase in anti-social behaviour highlights a potential vulnerability as the year progresses. Seasonal transitions, such as shorter evenings and increased foot traffic during the university term, may partly explain these shifts. Overall, Lymm’s crime picture remains one of relative stability, with occasional spikes that warrant local scrutiny.

The most striking month-on-month change in September 2025 was the 200% increase in anti-social behaviour, which rose from 3 to 9 incidents. This sharp rise, combined with a similar jump in burglary cases (from 1 to 3), suggests a potential shift in local dynamics during the month. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 37.3% of all crimes, though they still stood 42% below the UK average. Conversely, shoplifting and public order offences fell by 20%, indicating a possible seasonal dip in retail-related crime. The drugs category saw a 100% increase, rising from zero to two reported incidents, a figure that, while small, may signal emerging trends. These fluctuations highlight the need for continued monitoring, particularly as September’s back-to-school period and the onset of darker evenings may influence local crime patterns.

Lymm's crime rate in September 2025 rose by 45.6% compared to August 2025, increasing from 2.7 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend contrasts with the area’s historically low crime profile, which has consistently placed it well below the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported crimes per day in September, a figure that, while modest, reflects a noticeable uptick from earlier in the year. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 250 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against Lymm’s population of 12,768, suggests a manageable but evolving crime profile. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, the increase in specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour, indicates shifting patterns that warrant attention. Local factors, including the return to school and university freshers’ week in September, may contribute to these changes, though the exact drivers remain unclear without further data.