Adlington (Chorley) Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

June 2024 marked a continuation of Adlington (Chorley)’s consistently low crime profile, with an overall rate of 4.5 crimes per 1,000 residents—45.1% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure highlights the area’s relative safety, though the month’s data reveals specific trends warranting attention. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 46.7% of all incidents (21 cases), a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents. This category remains 24% below the UK average, suggesting that while violent crime is present, its scale is significantly lower than national benchmarks. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, representing 31.1% of crimes (14 cases), though its rate matches the UK average at 1.4 per 1,000. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins in nearby rural areas and summer activities intensify—may contribute to the persistence of anti-social behaviour, particularly in public spaces. Meanwhile, property crimes (6 incidents) accounted for only 13.3% of total offences, with burglary, criminal damage, and theft rates all below UK averages. This suggests that Adlington’s built-up area, likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones, has mechanisms in place to mitigate property-related crime. However, the sharp rise in 'other crime' (100% increase) and anti-social behaviour (16.7% increase) indicates areas for vigilance, particularly in managing unclassified incidents and crowd-related disturbances during the summer months. These patterns may be influenced by the area’s proximity to Chorley’s broader economic and social dynamics, though further localised analysis would be needed to confirm causal links.

June 2024 saw a 100% increase in 'other crime' reports, with one incident recorded compared to zero in May. This category, which includes unclassified incidents, warrants attention as it may signal emerging patterns or underreported issues. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 16.7% (12 to 14 incidents), potentially linked to the start of summer and increased public gatherings. Conversely, other theft crimes fell sharply by 66.7% (from 6 to 2), suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities in retail areas. Violent crimes remained significantly below the UK average, with a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.8 per 1,000. This discrepancy may reflect Adlington’s lower population density or effective community policing strategies. Residents should note that while overall crime is down, the rise in 'other crime' and anti-social behaviour indicates areas requiring closer monitoring, particularly in public spaces during the summer months.

Adlington (Chorley) saw a 13.5% decrease in its crime rate from 5.2 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents in June 2024. This reduction positions the area as one of the UK’s safer built-up areas, with a crime rate 45.1% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 2 crimes per day in June, a figure that contextualises the scale of local incidents without overemphasising frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 223 residents, a statistic that reflects the relatively low density of criminal activity in this built-up area. This monthly exposure rate is particularly significant when compared to the UK average, which would see a higher proportion of residents encountering crime. The population context of 10,024 residents further underscores that the absolute number of crimes (45) remains modest, with most incidents concentrated in specific categories such as violence and anti-social behaviour. These figures suggest that while Adlington is not immune to crime, its overall profile aligns with a community where residents are less likely to encounter criminal activity than the national average.