Lyneham Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,019 residents, Lyneham’s January 2024 crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents translates to just 10 total crimes reported in the month. This figure places the area 77% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast that reflects the area’s broader safety profile. The most common crime types in the month were violence and sexual offences (4 incidents, 40% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (1 incident, 10%), and other crime (1 incident, 10%). These figures are consistent with Lyneham’s character as a low-density built-up area within Wiltshire, where the combination of rural proximity and limited urban density may contribute to lower overall crime levels. Seasonal context also plays a role: January, a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, typically sees fewer outdoor crimes, aligning with the data’s emphasis on indoor or low-visibility incidents such as violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences—up 300% compared to December—suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to factors such as colder weather encouraging more indoor gatherings or changes in community activity patterns. The area’s crime profile remains largely shaped by its geographical and demographic characteristics, with property crimes and violent offences both significantly below national averages, though the category of 'other crime' shows a rare deviation. This data underscores that while Lyneham is statistically one of the safest areas in the UK, specific trends in certain crime types warrant closer attention.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 300% in January 2024, rising from one incident in December to four in the current month. This sharp increase, though still below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (73% lower), represents a significant shift in the local crime profile. Other crime and burglary both saw 100% month-on-month increases, moving from zero to one incident each. This suggests a potential reallocation of criminal activity or a change in reporting patterns. Lyneham’s rates for several categories remain substantially below national benchmarks: criminal damage and arson (65% below UK average), vehicle crime (60% below), and anti-social behaviour (80% below). However, the category of 'other crime' stands out as 43% above the UK average, a rare anomaly that may warrant further contextual analysis. For residents, the data underscores that while most crime types remain low, the rise in violence-related incidents is a clear signal for local authorities to address.

In January 2024, Lyneham recorded 10 crimes across its population of 6,019 residents, translating to one reported crime for roughly every 602 people over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents, though this is an aggregate measure and does not reflect daily fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 0 crimes per day, a figure derived from the total number of incidents over 31 days. When compared to the previous month, the crime rate rose by 100% (from 0.8 to 1.7 per 1,000 residents), indicating a notable shift in the local crime profile. However, this increase remains within the context of an area that, even after the rise, continues to report crime rates significantly below the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Lyneham’s residents face a much lower likelihood of encountering crime compared to the national average, though the month-on-month change suggests a need for continued monitoring of local patterns.