Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SY9 · Shropshire
5
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SA42 · Pembrokeshire
6
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Lydham has less crime — 5 vs 6 incidents in April 2026.
Newport saw somewhat more crime than Lydham in April 2026 (6 vs 5 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lydham sees higher rates of Shoplifting (1), while Newport has more Anti-social behaviour (1) and Criminal damage & arson (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Lydham recorded fewer crimes than Newport — 5 vs 6 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Lydham is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lydham saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Newport had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Lydham recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 6).