Adlington (Chorley) Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

September 2024 marked a striking anomaly in Adlington (Chorley)’s crime profile, with shoplifting surging by 300%—a 300% increase from one to four incidents—despite an overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents, 45.5% below the UK average. This unexpected rise in shoplifting, which now accounts for 9.5% of total crimes, contrasts with the 23.5% decline in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from 17 to 13. Anti-social behaviour remained the dominant category, contributing 38.1% of all crimes—37% above the UK average—likely linked to the area’s compact built-up environment and seasonal factors like the return to school and university freshers. The overall crime rate, however, remains well below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement. Seasonal context, such as shorter evenings and back-to-school routines, may have influenced anti-social behaviour and shoplifting trends. Meanwhile, categories like public order offences (64% below the UK average) and other theft (62% below) indicate areas where Adlington outperforms national benchmarks. This mix of trends highlights both localized challenges and successes in maintaining safety, with shoplifting’s sudden spike emerging as the most unexpected development.

September 2024 saw a dramatic 300% increase in shoplifting, rising from one to four reported incidents. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 23.5% decline in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from 17 to 13. The shift in crime mix highlights a notable reallocation of criminal activity: while violent crime decreased, property-related offences, particularly shoplifting, rose sharply. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common category, accounting for 38.1% of total crimes—37% above the UK average. This disparity underscores local challenges in managing public disorder. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences in Adlington were 50% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the area’s lower population density or community-focused policing strategies. These fluctuations offer residents a snapshot of evolving crime patterns, with shoplifting emerging as an unexpected focal point.

Adlington’s crime rate in September 2024 remained stable compared to August, declining slightly by 2.3% to 4.2 per 1,000 residents from 4.3 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends during the month. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that aligns with its generally low crime profile. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 239 residents underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. This compares to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting Adlington’s position as a significantly safer location. The population context further illustrates that even with 42 total crimes, the impact on residents is minimal, reinforcing the area’s effectiveness in maintaining community safety. These figures, while small in absolute terms, provide residents with a tangible understanding of their local security environment.