Coppull Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Coppull's crime picture in February 2026, accounting for 66.7% of the 39 reported crimes — a stark contrast to the UK average where such offences make up 34% of all crime. The area's overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents remained 26.6% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, highlighting a consistent trend of lower-than-national rates for property crimes but higher rates for violent crime. This divergence may be linked to Coppull's status as a built-up area within Chorley, where urban density could contribute to higher interpersonal crime rates while limited retail or industrial activity may reduce property crime. Seasonal context suggests that February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have contributed to increased indoor gatherings, explaining the prominence of violence and sexual offences. The relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average, despite the concentration of violent crime, underscores the complex relationship between urbanisation and crime patterns in this part of Greater Manchester. While property crimes (6 total) were sparse, their low numbers may reflect effective community policing or the limited commercial infrastructure typical of smaller built-up areas.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences doubling to two incidents — a 100% increase from the previous month. Other crime and drugs categories also rose sharply, with each seeing a 100% increase in reported incidents. This contrasts with a 66.7% decrease in anti-social behaviour and a 60% drop in criminal damage and arson, likely reflecting seasonal shifts towards indoor activity. Violence and sexual offences, which made up 66.7% of all crimes, were 34% above the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. This divergence from national trends suggests local factors, such as the built-up area's demographics or social dynamics, may be influencing these figures. Residents may find the 100% increase in public order offences particularly noteworthy, as it indicates a potential need for community-focused initiatives in this category.

Coppull's crime rate in February 2026 rose 11.4% from the previous month's 4.2 per 1,000 to 4.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area's continued performance below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 213 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents for local residents. Daily crime statistics show an average of one crime per day across the 28-day period, a figure that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during winter. While the rate remains 26.6% below the UK average, the month-on-month rise suggests a need for ongoing monitoring of patterns, particularly in categories like public order and drugs, which saw sharp increases. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the rise, the overall crime burden remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks.