Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
DT7 · Dorset
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BH16 · Dorset
24
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Lyme Regis has less crime — 20 vs 24 incidents in April 2026.
Upton saw somewhat more crime than Lyme Regis in April 2026 (24 vs 20 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lyme Regis sees higher rates of Burglary (4) and Other theft (3), while Upton has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Vehicle crime (4). 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, Lyme Regis recorded fewer crimes than Upton — 20 vs 24 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Lyme Regis is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lyme Regis saw higher rates of Burglary and Other theft while Upton had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Lyme Regis recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 24).