The total recorded crimes in Lydbrook, Forest of Dean, UK in January 2026 are around 2 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lydbrook crime rate of 6.05 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 Lydbrook, encompassing approximately 330 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Lydbrook, we need to analyze Lydbrook crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Forest of Dean:
In 2024, Lydbrook demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 69 crimes compared to 303.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lydbrook recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.
In 2023, Lydbrook had fewer crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 59 crimes compared to 302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lydbrook recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Lydbrook has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In January 2026 the Lydbrook has recorded 2 crimes with crime rate of 6.05 ranking 21th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK
In 2024, the total Lydbrook crimes were 69. The crime rate of Lydbrook in 2024 was 208.71 (year) or 17.39 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
In 2023, the total crimes in Lydbrook were around 59 crimes with yearly crime rate of 178.46 (year) or 14.87 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
| Area | January 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Lydbrook) | Crimes | Rank (Lydbrook) | Crimes | Rank (Lydbrook) | |
| Coleford | 51 | 2 | 801 | 1 | 804 | 1 |
| Lydney East | 52 | 1 | 634 | 2 | 753 | 2 |
| Newent & Taynton | 35 | 4 | 502 | 5 | 559 | 3 |
| Cinderford West | 22 | 8 | 512 | 3 | 447 | 6 |
| Cinderford East | 35 | 3 | 507 | 4 | 463 | 5 |
| Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook | 28 | 5 | 480 | 6 | 524 | 4 |
| Longhope & Huntley | 25 | 6 | 305 | 9 | 346 | 8 |
| Tidenham | 20 | 9 | 372 | 7 | 363 | 7 |
| Berry Hill | 23 | 7 | 325 | 8 | 301 | 10 |
| Ruspidge | 17 | 10 | 296 | 10 | 304 | 9 |
| Bream | 9 | 15 | 246 | 11 | 226 | 11 |
| Lydney West & Aylburton | 16 | 11 | 215 | 14 | 220 | 12 |
| Newnham | 11 | 14 | 234 | 12 | 188 | 14 |
| Hartpury & Redmarley | 13 | 12 | 188 | 15 | 150 | 15 |
| Pillowell | 5 | 19 | 217 | 13 | 193 | 13 |
| St. Briavels | 12 | 13 | 150 | 16 | 132 | 16 |
| Lydney North | 7 | 16 | 44 | 21 | 44 | 21 |
| Dymock | 5 | 18 | 135 | 17 | 107 | 17 |
| Westbury-on-Severn | 6 | 17 | 73 | 18 | 66 | 19 |
| Newland & Sling | 3 | 20 | 67 | 20 | 89 | 18 |
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (1 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
In November 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
In April 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other crime (1 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 6 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 11 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 5 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 22 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2025 | 2 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 2 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
A total of 2 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Lydbrook postcode area is presented below.