Coppull Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

January 2026 in Coppull revealed a combination of crime patterns, with the most dramatic shift occurring in shoplifting and burglary, both of which saw a 100% increase from December. This month-on-month change, though small in absolute terms, highlights the volatility of crime in a built-up area with a population of 8,321. The overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents places Coppull 38.2% below the UK average of 6.8, a gap that reflects broader regional differences in policing, demographics, and socioeconomic factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 51.4% of all incidents, a proportion that is 12% lower than the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 25% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson. remained 25% above the UK rate. These figures suggest a local environment where property crimes are relatively rare compared to the national picture, but where targeted acts of violence and disorder are more prevalent. Seasonal factors likely played a role, with the post-holiday period and shorter days potentially contributing to reduced retail activity and increased indoor crime. The absence of significant spikes in theft or vehicle-related crimes further underscores the unique character of Coppull as a built-up area within Chorley, where community dynamics and local infrastructure may shape crime trends differently than in larger urban centres.

The most striking change in January 2026 was the 100% increase in shoplifting and burglary, both rising from zero to one incident. This surge, while statistically significant given the small base, may reflect seasonal shifts in retail activity or increased targeting of local businesses during the post-holiday period. Anti-social behaviour, by contrast, fell by 25% compared to December, a decrease that aligns with the generally lower crime rates observed in Coppull compared to the UK average for this category (25% below). Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 51.4% of total crimes, though they were 12% below the UK average. Criminal damage and arson saw a 66.7% increase, moving from three to five incidents, a rise that may be linked to colder weather and the associated challenges of maintaining property in an urban setting. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, influenced by both seasonal and community-specific factors.

Coppull's crime rate in January 2026 rose 2.9% compared to December 2025, moving from 4.1 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in local patterns rather than a dramatic uptick. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in January, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 238 residents, a metric that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in a community of 8,321 people. When scaled to population size, Coppull's rate remains significantly below the UK average, with the 38.2% gap underscoring the area's comparative safety. This monthly exposure figure, while not directly comparable to UK-wide data, provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. The slight upward trend in overall crime may be influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and post-holiday economic rhythms, though these remain speculative without further data.