Lyneham Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Lyneham’s crime profile in April 2023 stands in stark contrast to the UK average, with a crime rate of 0.8 per 1,000 residents — 89.3% below the national figure of 7.5 per 1,000. This built-up area within Wiltshire, home to 6,019 residents, recorded just five total crimes, with violence and sexual offences comprising 80% of the total. The UK average for this category is 2.6 per 1,000, meaning Lyneham’s rate is 73% lower. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime, was reported at 0.2 per 1,000 — 83% below the UK average. Seasonal factors, such as the Easter period and increased outdoor activity during spring, may have contributed to the overall decline in crime, though the persistence of violent offences suggests a need for focused interventions. The area’s low crime rate, particularly when compared to the UK’s broader trends, reflects a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and the geographic characteristics of Lyneham as a relatively small, built-up area with limited exposure to high-crime environments. The rarity of property crimes and anti-social behaviour further distinguishes Lyneham from the UK average, where such offences often dominate. This data underscores the area’s position as a safe and secure environment, with crime levels that are exceptionally low relative to the national context. The month-on-month reduction in anti-social behaviour, coupled with the consistent focus on violent crime, highlights both progress and ongoing challenges in maintaining safety. As a built-up area within Wiltshire, Lyneham’s crime profile offers a compelling case study in how localized factors can shape crime patterns in ways that diverge from national trends.

April 2023 saw a dramatic 75% decrease in anti-social behaviour, with reported incidents falling from 4 to 1. This sharp decline contrasts with the persistent presence of violent crimes, which accounted for 80% of all reported incidents — a category where Lyneham’s rate of 0.7 per 1,000 was 73% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The dominance of violence and sexual offences in the crime breakdown highlights a specific pattern, with these incidents making up four out of five reported crimes. This mix of crime types differs significantly from the UK profile, where property crimes and anti-social behaviour often dominate. For residents, the stark drop in anti-social behaviour offers a tangible sign of improved community safety, though the continued prevalence of violent crime suggests targeted efforts may still be needed in this area. The reduction in anti-social behaviour may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as the Easter period and increased outdoor activity during spring, which could have shifted community interactions toward more positive dynamics. However, the persistent focus on violent crime underscores the need for continued vigilance and resources in addressing this specific category.

Lyneham’s crime rate in April 2023 dropped to 0.8 per 1,000 residents, a 64.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.3 per 1,000. This sharp decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with its rate 89.3% below the national average of 7.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly zero crimes per day over the month, a figure that underscores the rarity of criminal activity in a built-up area within Wiltshire. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure figure shows that over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 1,204 residents. This statistic highlights the low frequency of crime relative to the UK average, where residents face a significantly higher likelihood of encountering crime. The contrast between Lyneham’s daily crime count and the UK’s national trends illustrates a community where crime is not only infrequent but also exceptionally rare when measured against the broader population context. The combination of low daily incidents and the population-scaled perspective reinforces the area’s position as a standout example of safety within the UK’s crime profile.