Crime Rate in Lydney North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lydney North

The total recorded crimes in Lydney North, Forest of Dean, UK in March 2025 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lydney North crime rate of 3.43 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 Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Lydney North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Court Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Lydney North?

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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.

Lydney North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lydney North has recorded 1 crimes with crime rate of 3.43 ranking 21th 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.

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
Lydney West & Aylburton26 9215 14220 12
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 North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20245
April 20246

A total of 14 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 1 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

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

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 2 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20241

A total of 1 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Lydney North in March 2025

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

1. Court Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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