Adlington (Chorley) Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 10,024 residents, Adlington (Chorley) reported 39 crimes in August 2025, equating to a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 people—51.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure translates to one crime per day on average, a manageable frequency for a built-up area within Chorley. The most common crime category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 30.8% of total incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (20.5%) and other theft (10.3%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a commuter suburb with limited retail and nightlife activity, which likely contributes to lower rates of shoplifting and public order offences compared to urban centres. Seasonal factors in August, including the peak holiday period, may have influenced crime trends: empty homes during school holidays could have increased burglary risk. Conversely, the low rate of vehicle crime (49% below the UK average) suggests fewer motor vehicles in residential areas, a feature consistent with smaller communities. The overall crime profile remains stable, with no major spikes or dips that would require further investigation. The UK comparison highlights the area’s continued safety record, though the drop in violent crime—63.6% from July—may reflect seasonal shifts in community activity and policing priorities.

August 2025 saw a dramatic 63.6% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 22 incidents in July to 8. This reduction may be partly explained by the summer break period, which typically sees fewer late-night incidents in the area. Conversely, other crime categories experienced notable increases: 'other crime' rose by 100% (1 to 2), while bicycle theft and drug-related incidents also doubled from zero to one and one to two, respectively. These spikes in non-violent categories contrast sharply with the overall decline in violent crime, suggesting a shift in the nature of reported incidents. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common category at 30.8% of total crimes, 18% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s character as a relatively quiet commuter suburb. The sharp drop in vehicle crime—75% lower than July—may reflect reduced traffic congestion during the holiday season, though this remains an area for further observation.

Adlington (Chorley) recorded a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents in August 2025, marking a 43.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.9. This decline aligns with the area’s historically low crime profile, though the drop is particularly notable given the usual summer spikes in certain categories. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one crime reported per day in August, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 257 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, reflecting the area’s consistent safety record. When scaled to the population, the 39 total crimes reported represent a manageable burden for a community of 10,024 residents. The decrease in violent crime—down 63.6% from July—suggests a possible reduction in alcohol-related incidents during the summer. The low vehicle crime rate, 49% below the UK average, may also be linked to fewer motor vehicles in residential areas compared to larger urban centres.