Lymm Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Lymm's overall crime rate for February 2026 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 34.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figures among the lowest recorded rates for the area in recent years, reflecting a consistent trend of relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (16 incidents, 30.2% of total), followed by public order offences (11 incidents, 20.8%) and shoplifting (8 incidents, 15.1%). These patterns align with Lymm's character as a built-up area within Warrington, where commercial and residential zones intersect. The winter season, with its reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, may partly explain the subdued levels of property crime. Violent crime rates in Lymm (1.3 per 1,000) are 44% below the UK average, suggesting localised factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies contribute to this disparity. However, public order offences in Lymm (0.9 per 1,000) exceed the UK average (0.4 per 1,000) by 120%, a striking contrast that deserves closer attention. This imbalance may reflect the area's proximity to transport hubs or high-traffic zones where transient populations interact. While shoplifting rates are marginally above the UK average (0.6 vs 0.6 per 1,000), the overall picture indicates Lymm remains significantly safer than the national average, particularly in violent crime categories.

February 2026 saw notable month-on-month increases in criminal damage and arson, which doubled from 1 to 2 incidents, and in drugs-related offences, which rose from 0 to 2. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, signal emerging trends that may warrant local scrutiny. The category of public order offences, already elevated at 0.9 per 1,000, was 120% above the UK average, a stark anomaly that could relate to specific local conditions such as the presence of transient populations or high-traffic areas. Conversely, robbery rates fell sharply by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), suggesting possible improvements in security measures or community engagement. The breakdown of crime types also reveals a shift in the balance between property and violent crime: while violent offences remained the largest category, property crime (26 incidents) accounted for 49.2% of all reported crimes, a slight increase from previous months. This mix may reflect seasonal factors, with retail-focused crimes like shoplifting (8 incidents) and vehicle crime (2 incidents) showing modest but consistent activity. Residents should be particularly aware of the 120% increase in public order offences, which may indicate heightened tensions in certain areas, and the doubling of criminal damage reports, which could point to targeted vandalism or disputes over property. These developments, though not yet indicative of a crisis, merit continued monitoring by local authorities and community groups.

Lymm's crime rate in February 2026 (4.2 per 1,000) marked a 36.1% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.1 per 1,000, reflecting a significant upward trend. This rise translates to an average of 2 crimes reported per day across the 28-day period, a figure that, while modest, suggests a growing demand for local policing resources. On a population-scaled basis, the monthly exposure rate indicates that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 241 residents, a statistic that provides context for individual risk perception. When compared to the UK average, Lymm's overall safety remains markedly higher, though this contrast is not uniform across crime categories. For instance, while violent crime rates are 44% below the UK average, public order offences are 120% above, illustrating a combination of local factors. This disparity may be attributed to Lymm's built-up character within Warrington, where commercial activity and transport networks create environments conducive to certain types of crime. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the relative rarity of serious crimes like burglary (1 incident) and robbery (1 incident), which together account for only 3.8% of all reported crimes. These figures, when considered alongside the 120% increase in public order offences, suggest that while Lymm is generally safe, specific pockets or times may require heightened vigilance. The comparison with the previous month further underscores the need for ongoing analysis to determine whether this upward trend is part of a seasonal fluctuation or a more sustained shift in crime patterns.