Adlington Chorley Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile in Adlington (Chorley) during February 2025, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes disturbances, noise complaints, and public disorder, is 189% above the UK average of 1.0 per 1,000 residents. The overall crime rate for the area was 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 16.4% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the unique characteristics of Adlington, a built-up area within Chorley that likely experiences distinct social dynamics compared to the national average. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may have influenced the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as indoor gatherings and limited public spaces could amplify such incidents. Meanwhile, violent crimes such as violence and sexual offences were 49% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower population density and more cohesive community structures. Property crimes, including vehicle crime and shoplifting, showed mixed patterns: vehicle crime rose sharply, while shoplifting fell significantly. These fluctuations may reflect local economic conditions, the availability of targets, or the impact of weather on criminal activity. The area’s overall safety, as indicated by its crime rate, suggests that targeted interventions could further reduce anti-social behaviour without compromising the broader low-crime environment.

February 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to three incidents. This spike aligns with seasonal patterns, as colder weather may have driven more vehicles into residential areas, increasing opportunities for theft. Simultaneously, anti-social behaviour surged by 133.3%, jumping from 12 to 28 cases. This category, which constitutes 50% of all crimes in the area, is 189% above the UK average of 1.0 per 1,000, highlighting a stark localised issue. In contrast, shoplifting fell sharply by 66.7%, from six to two incidents, possibly due to reduced foot traffic during the winter lull. Violence and sexual offences also dropped by 50%, from 24 to 12, a trend consistent with the pre-spring quiet period. Possession of weapons increased by 100%, from zero to two cases, a figure that is 233% above the UK average. This anomaly may reflect underreporting in previous months or a specific incident that escalated tensions in the area.

Adlington (Chorley) saw a 5.7% increase in its crime rate from 5.3 per 1,000 in January 2025 to 5.6 per 1,000 in February 2025. This rise, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes per day in February, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up area. When considering the population, the monthly exposure rate reveals that over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 179 residents. This metric provides a tangible sense of risk for local residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. The area’s population of 10,024 means that each resident faces a proportionally smaller risk of being directly involved in a crime compared to the national picture. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime in February suggests that certain localised factors may be influencing these trends, warranting closer attention to community-specific conditions.