The total recorded crimes in Lydney North, Forest of Dean, UK in May 2025 are around 3 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lydney North crime rate of 10.30 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 North, encompassing approximately 291 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Lydney North, we need to analyze Lydney North 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 North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 44 crimes compared to 303.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lydney North recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.
In 2023, Lydney North had fewer crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 44 crimes compared to 302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lydney North recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Lydney North has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Stable changes in overall safety.
In May 2025 the Lydney North has recorded 3 crimes with crime rate of 10.30 ranking 20th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK
In 2024, the total Lydney North crimes were 44. The crime rate of Lydney North in 2024 was 151.10 (year) or 12.59 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
In 2023, the total crimes in Lydney North were around 44 crimes with yearly crime rate of 151.10 (year) or 12.59 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Lydney North) | Crimes | Rank (Lydney North) | Crimes | Rank (Lydney North) | |
| Coleford | 55 | 3 | 801 | 1 | 804 | 1 |
| Lydney East | 84 | 1 | 634 | 2 | 753 | 2 |
| Cinderford West | 60 | 2 | 512 | 3 | 447 | 6 |
| Newent & Taynton | 42 | 5 | 502 | 5 | 559 | 3 |
| Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook | 30 | 8 | 480 | 6 | 524 | 4 |
| Cinderford East | 47 | 4 | 507 | 4 | 463 | 5 |
| Berry Hill | 34 | 6 | 325 | 8 | 301 | 10 |
| Tidenham | 25 | 9 | 372 | 7 | 363 | 7 |
| Longhope & Huntley | 32 | 7 | 305 | 9 | 346 | 8 |
| Ruspidge | 22 | 13 | 296 | 10 | 304 | 9 |
| Newnham | 24 | 10 | 234 | 12 | 188 | 14 |
| Bream | 20 | 14 | 246 | 11 | 226 | 11 |
| Hartpury & Redmarley | 24 | 11 | 188 | 15 | 150 | 15 |
| Lydney West & Aylburton | 23 | 12 | 215 | 14 | 220 | 12 |
| Pillowell | 19 | 15 | 217 | 13 | 193 | 13 |
| St. Briavels | 9 | 17 | 150 | 16 | 132 | 16 |
| Newland & Sling | 9 | 16 | 67 | 20 | 89 | 18 |
| Dymock | 9 | 18 | 135 | 17 | 107 | 17 |
| Westbury-on-Severn | 2 | 21 | 73 | 18 | 66 | 19 |
| Lydbrook | 7 | 19 | 69 | 19 | 59 | 20 |
In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
In April 2025, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
In March 2025, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (3 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (1 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
In September 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2
In August 2024, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
In July 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2
In June 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2
In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 21 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 5 |
A total of 11 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 1 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Lydney North postcode area is presented below.