Crime Rate in Lymm South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lymm South

The total recorded crimes in Lymm South, Warrington, UK in July 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lymm South crime rate of 5.57 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 Lymm South, encompassing approximately 5,748 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Lymm South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 7
  • The Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Manor Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Lymm South?

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

  • Relative to Warrington:

    • In 2024, Lymm South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Warrington average, with 340 crimes compared to 885.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lymm South recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

    • In 2023, Lymm South had fewer crimes than the Warrington average, with 357 crimes compared to 860. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lymm South recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Warrington, Lymm South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Lymm South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Lymm South has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 5.57 ranking 15th out of 21 in the Warrington, UK

In 2024, the total Lymm South crimes were 340. The crime rate of Lymm South in 2024 was 59.14 (year) or 4.93 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Warrington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lymm South were around 357 crimes with yearly crime rate of 62.10 (year) or 5.18 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Warrington.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lymm South)CrimesRank (Lymm South)CrimesRank (Lymm South)
Bewsey and Whitecross574 16,185 15,924 1
Fairfield and Howley122 21,390 31,528 2
Poplars and Hulme113 31,540 21,431 3
Orford95 41,334 41,343 4
Latchford East74 5966 5906 5
Birchwood69 7888 6898 6
Great Sankey South73 6609 9577 10
Latchford West49 12653 8692 7
Poulton North47 13693 7678 9
Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft65 8574 10684 8
Chapelford and Old Hall62 9510 12472 13
Burtonwood and Winwick58 10504 13499 12
Rixton and Woolston53 11474 14511 11
Stockton Heath27 17569 11383 15
Westbrook29 16421 15388 14
Appleton34 14336 19352 17
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall19 22376 16279 20
Lymm North and Thelwall26 19353 17286 19
Penketh and Cuerdley26 18319 20296 18
Poulton South21 20191 22233 21
Grappenhall20 21237 21209 22

Lymm South 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 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Drugs were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20253

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
November 20241
August 20243

A total of 99 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20256
May 202510
April 20258
March 20259
February 20255
January 202515
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20246
August 202415

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 35 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20257
May 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 27 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20245
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20258
September 20241

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Lymm South in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. The Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Manor Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Massey Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Scholars Green Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. The Cross (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Cyril Bell Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
8. Beech Grove (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Old Smithy Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Elm Tree Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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