Lyneham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Lyneham's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, 71.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area among the safest in the country for crime statistics, with only 13 crimes reported across a population of 6,019. The most common category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.5% of all crimes—0.8 per 1,000 residents, 69% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is a persistent concern in Lyneham, it remains far less frequent than nationally. Other crime, however, emerged as a notable outlier: at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, it was 194% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This category's sharp increase from August may reflect seasonal factors, such as the return of students and the start of term, which can influence patterns of non-violent, non-property-related incidents. The area's low crime profile is further reinforced by the rarity of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000), both of which are significantly below national averages. September's transition from summer to autumn, with shorter evenings and the resumption of school routines, likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. Lyneham's built-up character within Wiltshire—likely a mix of residential and commercial areas—may contribute to its unique crime profile, with limited exposure to the higher-risk environments seen in larger urban centres. The data suggests a community where crime remains a minor concern, though the spike in 'other crime' indicates a need for targeted local awareness.

September 2024 saw a 100% increase in 'other crime' compared to August, with three incidents reported—tripling the previous month's count. This category, which includes non-violent, non-property offences, is 194% above the UK average, highlighting an unusual spike in this specific type of crime. Meanwhile, burglary and violence and sexual offences both doubled from August levels, though both remain significantly below UK averages. Anti-social behaviour, however, dropped by 50%, from four to two incidents, a trend consistent with other areas during the transition to autumn. The breakdown reveals a stark contrast in local crime patterns: while violent crime is 69% below the UK average, 'other crime' exceeds it by nearly 200%. For residents, this suggests that while the area remains safe overall, specific categories warrant closer attention. The seasonal context of September—back-to-school routines and university freshers—may partly explain shifts in crime types from the data alone.

Lyneham's crime rate in September 2024 rose 44.0% compared to August, moving from 1.5 to 2.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains far below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day across the month, reflecting the area's consistently low crime profile. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 463 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local households. With a population of 6,019, this means approximately 13 residents experienced a crime during the month—a stark contrast to the national average, which would see significantly more individuals affected. The shift in crime mix between August and September also highlights a move towards property-related offences, though these remain a small proportion of the total. These figures, when scaled to the local population, reinforce Lyneham's status as a relatively safe built-up area within Wiltshire, even as seasonal factors begin to influence patterns.