Crime Rate in Lydney West & Aylburton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lydney West & Aylburton

The total recorded crimes in Lydney West & Aylburton, Forest of Dean, UK in March 2025 are around 26 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lydney West & Aylburton crime rate of 41.55 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Lydney West & Aylburton, encompassing approximately 625 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Shoplifting: (11) incidents (450.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
Lydney West & Aylburton Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 12
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Old Town Mews with total crimes: 2

How safe is Lydney West & Aylburton?

To understand the safety of Lydney West & Aylburton, we need to analyze Lydney West & Aylburton crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Forest of Dean:

    • In 2024, Lydney West & Aylburton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 215 crimes compared to 303.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lydney West & Aylburton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lydney West & Aylburton had fewer crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 220 crimes compared to 302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lydney West & Aylburton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Lydney West & Aylburton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Lydney West & Aylburton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lydney West & Aylburton has recorded 26 crimes with crime rate of 41.55 ranking 9th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK

In 2024, the total Lydney West & Aylburton crimes were 215. The crime rate of Lydney West & Aylburton in 2024 was 343.62 (year) or 28.63 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lydney West & Aylburton were around 220 crimes with yearly crime rate of 351.61 (year) or 29.30 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)CrimesRank (Forest of Dean)
Coleford51 3801 1804 1
Newent & Taynton57 1502 5559 3
Lydney East56 2634 2753 2
Cinderford West51 4512 3447 6
Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook44 5480 6524 4
Cinderford East26 8507 4463 5
Tidenham28 6372 7363 7
Berry Hill28 7325 8301 10
Longhope & Huntley21 12305 9346 8
Ruspidge21 11296 10304 9
St. Briavels21 10150 16132 16
Bream20 13246 11226 11
Newnham19 14234 12188 14
Pillowell9 19217 13193 13
Hartpury & Redmarley19 15188 15150 15
Westbury-on-Severn13 1673 1866 19
Dymock11 17135 17107 17
Newland & Sling9 1867 2089 18
Lydbrook2 2069 1959 20
Lydney North1 2144 2144 21

Lydney West & Aylburton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 77 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 202510
December 20244
November 20243
October 202410
September 20244
August 20243
July 20247
June 202414
May 20242
April 202413

A total of 43 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 6 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20252
January 20252
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
November 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
April 20241

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Lydney West & Aylburton in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Lydney West & Aylburton postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting11
Bicycle theft1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Old Town Mews (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Malt House Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Colliers Pitch (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Victoria Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Vicarage Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Darters Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. The Spires (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Milling Crescent (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1

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