Coppull Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Coppull — a built-up area within Chorley — recorded 30 crimes across a population of 8,321 residents, resulting in a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 people. This figure is 56.1% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, placing Coppull among the safer areas in the country. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 13 incidents (43.3% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour with 9 cases (30.0%). These figures are consistent with the area's character as a relatively low-density urban environment, where community-focused policing and limited commercial activity may contribute to lower overall crime levels. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns, with August — a peak holiday month — seeing increased transient populations that may heighten risks for certain offences, though the area's overall crime rate remains remarkably stable. Violence and sexual offences in Coppull are 41% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 24% below, suggesting that local interventions or community dynamics may be effective in mitigating these categories. However, the rate of possession of weapons is 186% above the UK average, a stark contrast that may warrant closer examination of local enforcement practices or regional trends. This data illustrates a combination of factors, where the built-up nature of Coppull and its proximity to larger urban centres may create unique challenges and opportunities for crime prevention.

August 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences, criminal damage, and 'other crime' each doubling from July's figures. This includes a 100% increase in public order offences, which rose from zero to one incident, and a similar jump in criminal damage and arson cases. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes fell by 50%, dropping from two to one report — a trend that may reflect targeted policing efforts or temporary changes in local activity. Violent crimes, which made up 43.3% of all offences, remained 41% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour also showed a marked decline, with 9 incidents reported — 24% below the UK average. These variations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Coppull, where seasonal factors and local initiatives may intersect to influence specific categories.

Coppull's August 2024 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 15.7% increase from July's 3.1, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in August, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 277 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average. When scaled to the area's population of 8,321, this suggests that the vast majority of residents are not directly affected by crime in any given month. The increase from July may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the peak holiday period in August, which can see increased foot traffic and temporary changes in local activity patterns. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, indicating that Coppull continues to be a relatively safe area despite the monthly rise.