Crime Rate in Dymock: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dymock

The total recorded crimes in Dymock, Forest of Dean, UK in July 2025 are around 10 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dymock crime rate of 273.97 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 Dymock, encompassing approximately 36 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Dymock Crime Hotspots

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

  • B4024 with total crimes: 2
  • The Crypt with total crimes: 2
  • Crown Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Dymock?

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

  • Relative to Forest of Dean:

    • In 2024, Dymock demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 135 crimes compared to 303.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dymock recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

    • In 2023, Dymock had fewer crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 107 crimes compared to 302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dymock recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Dymock Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Dymock has recorded 10 crimes with crime rate of 273.97 ranking 17th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK

In 2024, the total Dymock crimes were 135. The crime rate of Dymock in 2024 was 3698.63 (year) or 308.22 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dymock were around 107 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2931.51 (year) or 244.29 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Dymock)CrimesRank (Dymock)CrimesRank (Dymock)
Coleford71 2801 1804 1
Lydney East72 1634 2753 2
Newent & Taynton58 3502 5559 3
Cinderford West49 5512 3447 6
Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook43 6480 6524 4
Cinderford East58 4507 4463 5
Tidenham25 8372 7363 7
Bream30 7246 11226 11
Longhope & Huntley17 14305 9346 8
Berry Hill17 13325 8301 10
Ruspidge24 9296 10304 9
Lydney West & Aylburton21 10215 14220 12
Newnham21 11234 12188 14
Hartpury & Redmarley20 12188 15150 15
Pillowell15 15217 13193 13
St. Briavels12 16150 16132 16
Newland & Sling9 1867 2089 18
Westbury-on-Severn1 2173 1866 19
Lydbrook4 2069 1959 20
Lydney North5 1944 2144 21

Dymock Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 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 (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 38 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20251
October 20241

A total of 38 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
May 20252
April 20255
March 20256
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 11 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 6 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Dymock in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dymock postcode area is presented below.

1. B4024 (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. The Crypt (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
3. Crown Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
4. Western Way (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Heath Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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