Euxton Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Euxton’s crime profile in October 2025, accounting for 34.8% of total reported crimes. At 3.6 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate is 53.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a marked divergence from national trends. This built-up area within Chorley, which likely blends residential and commercial zones, sees a mix of property and violent crimes, with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also contributing significantly. Seasonal factors in October—darker evenings following the clocks’ backward shift and the approach of Halloween—may influence crime patterns. The relatively low overall crime rate suggests a stable community, though the prominence of violence and sexual offences raises questions about local dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, at 24.6% of total crimes, could reflect tensions in public spaces or unmet community needs. The area’s performance in categories like shoplifting (68% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (76% below) underscores its distinct profile compared to national benchmarks. These figures illustrate a place where violent crime remains a priority for local authorities, even as other categories show strong underperformance relative to the UK average.

October 2025 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with shoplifting surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and other theft rising by 150% (from 2 to 5). This increase, though small in absolute terms, may signal seasonal shifts, such as Halloween-related activity or changes in retail patterns. Conversely, public order offences fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), potentially reflecting reduced incidents during the month’s quieter periods. Violence and sexual offences, while still the dominant category, declined by 27.3% compared to the previous month, due to factors like increased community engagement or policing efforts. Euxton’s violence rate (1.2 per 1,000) is 55% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), a gap that may be attributed to local initiatives or demographic factors. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.9 per 1,000, remains 29% below the UK average (1.3 per 1,000), suggesting a consistent trend of lower levels of disorder in public spaces. The area’s performance in categories like vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000, 76% below UK average) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000, 33% below) reinforces its position as a relatively safe built-up area, though the reasons for these disparities remain unexplored.

Euxton’s crime rate in October 2025 remained stable at 3.6 per 1,000, matching the previous month’s figure and indicating no significant upward or downward trend. This consistency, combined with the area’s position 53.2% below the UK average, suggests a resilient local environment with effective policing or community strategies. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that may seem modest but could translate to visible incidents in specific neighbourhoods. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 280 residents, a rate that, while low, highlights the importance of vigilance in maintaining safety. With a population of 19,346, Euxton’s per capita crime figures place it firmly in the lower end of the UK spectrum, though the absence of a daily UK comparison means these numbers must be interpreted locally. The stability of the rate, paired with the sharp drops in categories like public order and shoplifting, may reflect a combination of seasonal factors and targeted interventions. For residents, the data underscores that while the area is generally secure, vigilance around specific crime types—particularly violence and anti-social behaviour—remains essential.