Lyneham Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 in Lyneham saw a crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 73.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Lyneham’s position as one of the safest built-up areas in the UK, but the month also revealed troubling trends. Violent crimes accounted for 50% of all reported incidents, with six cases recorded — a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents, 61% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This category’s dominance highlights the need for continued focus on community safety, particularly during late autumn when darker evenings may contribute to increased incidents. Public order offences, though lower in number (two cases), remained 43% below the UK average, suggesting that Lyneham’s social fabric may be resilient to disorderly conduct. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the shopping rush of Black Friday likely influenced the crime profile, with the latter contributing to a small rise in theft-related offences. However, the absence of significant property crimes — only three incidents recorded — aligns with Lyneham’s rural character, where fewer commercial spaces may reduce opportunities for burglary or vehicle crime. The sharp increase in anti-social behaviour, bicycle theft, and other theft from zero to one incident each is a cause for concern, as these are typically low-frequency crimes in such a small population. These spikes may be linked to transient activities or localized events, but without further data, it remains unclear. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in public areas during the darker evenings of November, while the overall crime rate’s continued divergence from the UK average suggests that Lyneham’s safety record remains a notable strength.

November 2023 saw a 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, bicycle theft, and other theft compared to October, with each category rising from zero to one reported incident. This spike in low-frequency crimes may reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night. Violent crimes, while still the most common category (accounting for 50% of all incidents), remain 61% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Public order offences also fell 43% below the UK average, suggesting that community-focused policing or local initiatives may be contributing to this trend. Residents should be particularly aware of the rise in anti-social behaviour, which could indicate a need for increased vigilance in public spaces during the shorter days of late autumn.

Lyneham's crime rate in November 2023 rose by 71.6% compared to October, marking a notable upward trend. This increase, from 1.2 to 2.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, reflects a shift in local crime dynamics despite the area’s overall low rate. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day over the month, highlighting the sporadic nature of incidents in Lyneham. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 502 residents, underscoring that the likelihood of experiencing a crime remains minimal compared to national averages. However, the rise in specific categories such as anti-social behaviour and bicycle theft warrants attention, as these shifts may indicate emerging patterns tied to seasonal factors or localized changes in community activity. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Lyneham remains significantly safer than the UK average, but the upward trend in certain crime types suggests the need for continued monitoring.