Adlington (Chorley) Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Adlington (Chorley) reported a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in April 2024, placing it 31.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This rate, while lower than the national figure, is driven by a sharp spike in anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 45.3% of all crimes and was 97% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. The dominance of anti-social behaviour—24 incidents—reflects a pattern often seen in built-up areas where community tensions or transient populations may contribute to such incidents. Violence and sexual offences followed as the second most common category, with 18 cases (34.0% of total crimes), though this was 30% below the UK average. The data suggests a combination of local factors, including the area’s position within Chorley’s urban fabric and seasonal dynamics. April’s spring weather and Easter-related activities may have influenced both anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, which rose by 100% from 2 to 4 incidents. While the overall crime rate remains low compared to the UK, the disproportionate rise in anti-social behaviour highlights a need for targeted interventions. The relatively low rates of property crimes—only 9 total—contrast with the higher prevalence of violent and disorderly incidents, a trend consistent with areas experiencing social fragmentation or limited community cohesion. Seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during April, may also have contributed to the fluctuation in specific crime types, though further analysis would be required to confirm these hypotheses.

April 2024 saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 2 to 4 incidents, a notable shift that may reflect changes in local traffic patterns or unsecured vehicles during Easter weekends. Anti-social behaviour rose by 20%, reaching 24 incidents, which is 97% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights a localised challenge in managing community disturbances. Meanwhile, other theft and public order offences fell sharply—by 87.5% and 66.7% respectively—suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes as the month progressed. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 37.9%, from 29 to 18, aligning with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 but marking a significant drop from March. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime in the area, with seasonal factors like increased outdoor activity during spring potentially influencing patterns.

Adlington (Chorley) recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in April 2024, a 20.8% decrease from March’s 6.7 per 1,000. This represents 2 reported crimes per day on average, slightly below the 2.6 per 1,000 UK average for the same period. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 189 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area’s population of 10,024. The drop in overall crime contrasts with the previous month’s figures, suggesting a possible seasonal shift as Easter and spring activities may have influenced patterns. While the daily crime count remains low, the 1-in-189 monthly exposure rate indicates that most residents are not directly affected by crime, though localised spikes in specific categories may still warrant attention. The area’s built-up character within Chorley likely contributes to the balance between urban and suburban dynamics, affecting how crime manifests compared to more rural or densely populated regions.