Adlington (Chorley) Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Adlington (Chorley) maintained a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents, 23.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure positions the area as significantly safer than the national benchmark. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 47.5% of all reports, a stark contrast to the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This disparity may reflect the area’s character as a built-up district within Chorley, where community interactions and social dynamics could contribute to higher anti-social incidents. Violence and sexual offences, the second most common category (23.7% of total crimes), were 47% below the UK average, suggesting effective policing or community initiatives in mitigating violent crime. Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the transition to British Summer Time (clocks going back) may have influenced activity, with Halloween amplifying anti-social behaviour. Property crimes, including vehicle crime and other theft, remained below UK averages, though vehicle crime saw a 100% increase month-on-month. This fluctuation highlights the need for ongoing monitoring of specific categories. The overall low crime rate, combined with targeted declines in violent and property offences, indicates a relatively stable environment, albeit with pockets of activity that require attention.

October 2025 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+100%), bicycle theft (+100%), and public order offences (+100%) compared to September, though these categories remain below UK averages. Violent crime fell by 41.7%, with incidents dropping from 24 to 14, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes or localized interventions. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime type at 47.5% of total reports, is 122% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy suggests unique local factors, such as community dynamics or policing priorities, may be at play. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 50%, from 2 to 1, aligning with broader UK trends of declining property crime. Residents might find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, as it highlights vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or security measures. These shifts illustrate how crime patterns can fluctuate rapidly even within a low-risk area.

Adlington (Chorley) recorded 59 total crimes in October 2025, marking a 5.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This translates to roughly 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may reflect localized activity patterns rather than broader trends. The monthly exposure rate—1 crime for every 170 residents—places the area in a relatively low-risk bracket compared to national averages. While the overall crime rate remains below the UK average, the month-on-month rise suggests fluctuations in specific categories. For instance, vehicle crime and bicycle theft both doubled compared to September, indicating potential shifts in local dynamics. These changes, though modest, highlight the need to monitor seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween, which may influence anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The population-scaled perspective shows that, despite the increase, the area remains safer than the UK average, with violent crime rates 47% below national figures. This contrast underscores the importance of contextual analysis rather than simplistic comparisons.