Adlington (Chorley) Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2023, Adlington (Chorley) maintained a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 47% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This figure translates to a per-capita risk that is lower than the national benchmark, reflecting the area’s relatively safe environment. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (accounting for 45.5% of total incidents), followed by violence and sexual offences (13.6%) and public order violations (9.1%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of July, a peak month for tourism, festivals, and outdoor events, which may contribute to the prominence of anti-social behaviour. The lower-than-average violent crime rate—78% below the UK average—suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, may be effective in mitigating such incidents. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft (up 100% from zero to two cases) highlights a vulnerability tied to increased cycling during the summer. While the overall crime rate remains low, the concentration of anti-social behaviour and the unexpected surge in bicycle theft underscore the need for targeted interventions. The area’s built-up nature within Chorley, combined with its seasonal dynamics, likely shapes these patterns, though further analysis would be required to confirm specific causal links.

July 2023 marked a significant rise in bicycle theft, with cases doubling from zero to two—a 100% increase. This surge may partly explain by the influx of cyclists during summer festivals and outdoor events. Anti-social behaviour also climbed by 17.6%, reaching 20 incidents, the highest category in the month. This spike contrasts with a 70% decline in other theft, likely reflecting seasonal shifts in retail activity or increased security measures. Violence and sexual offences fell sharply by 60%, a trend consistent with the summer school holidays reducing opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour in Adlington outpaced the UK average by 41%, while bicycle theft exceeded it by 100%, highlighting unique local challenges. These figures suggest a combination of tourism, community engagement, and local enforcement priorities.

July 2023 saw a 25.5% drop in Adlington’s crime rate, falling from 5.9 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced violent crime, with reported violence and sexual offences dropping 60% month-on-month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a manageable frequency for residents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime per 228 residents offers a concrete perspective on risk: in any given month, a resident has a 1-in-228 chance of being directly involved in a reported crime. This relatively low exposure contrasts with the UK average, though local factors such as community policing efforts or seasonal activity patterns may contribute to the downward trend. whether this reduction is sustained, but the consistency with previous months suggests a potential shift in local dynamics.