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 July 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lydney West & Aylburton crime rate of 33.56 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
Lydney West & Aylburton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Darters Close with total crimes: 3
  • Millbrook Green with total crimes: 3
  • Steeple View 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 areas in the Forest of Dean.

    • 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 areas in the Forest of Dean.

  • 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 July 2025 the Lydney West & Aylburton has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 33.56 ranking 10th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lydney West & Aylburton)CrimesRank (Lydney West & Aylburton)CrimesRank (Lydney West & Aylburton)
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
Newnham21 11234 12188 14
Hartpury & Redmarley20 12188 15150 15
Pillowell15 15217 13193 13
St. Briavels12 16150 16132 16
Dymock10 17135 17107 17
Newland & Sling9 1867 2089 18
Westbury-on-Severn1 2173 1866 19
Lydbrook4 2069 1959 20
Lydney North5 1944 2144 21

Lydney West & Aylburton 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 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20252
May 20255
April 20251
March 20256
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 75 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202512
May 202510
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
January 202510
December 20244
November 20243
October 202410
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 11 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
April 20251
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20253
March 20251
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20256
March 202511
February 20252
January 20252
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 1 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

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 2 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

A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20242
August 20241

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 July 2025

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

1. Darters Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Millbrook Green (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Steeple View (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Station Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. High Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. Hill View (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Chantry Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Templeway (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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