Chorley Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chorley’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 19.5% below the UK average of 8.2. This performance highlights a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels, though the month revealed unexpected fluctuations in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent type of crime, accounting for 36.7% of all reported incidents, a share that aligns with Chorley’s profile as a mixed urban-rural area where public spaces and community interactions are frequent. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, surged to 29.3% of total crimes, a rate that is 36% above the UK average—a discrepancy that may reflect local challenges in managing public order, particularly in areas with high foot traffic. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: as June marks the beginning of summer, increased daylight hours and the onset of tourism in nearby coastal regions may have altered crime dynamics. For instance, the sharp rise in theft from the person—up 150% compared to May—could be linked to higher pedestrian activity in town centres or increased opportunities for opportunistic crime. Conversely, the decline in burglary and vehicle crime suggests that environmental factors, such as longer daylight hours, may have deterred property-related offences. However, the 100% increase in robbery and the 80% rise in bicycle theft indicate that personal safety remains a concern, particularly in areas where summer activities bring more people into public spaces. These shifts underscore the importance of adaptive policing strategies and community awareness, especially as the region transitions into the summer months. The overall picture, while positive in terms of the area’s crime rate, reveals a combination of local conditions and broader seasonal influences that will require ongoing monitoring.

June 2024 saw a dramatic 150% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from 2 to 5. This surge, though small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 59.6% drop in burglary, which fell from 47 to 19—a decline likely linked to increased daylight and seasonal activity. Anti-social behaviour remained a significant concern, occurring at 36% above the UK average, a rate that has persisted despite efforts to address it. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 46.2%, from 26 to 14, a reduction that may reflect improved security measures or changes in commuter patterns. The 100% increase in robbery, from 2 to 4, adds urgency to calls for enhanced street lighting and community engagement. For residents, the daily crime count of 26 offers a concrete measure of local risk, though this remains below the UK average. The contrast between rising personal theft and falling property crime illustrates a shifting crime mix, with violent and anti-social offences maintaining their dominance in Chorley’s crime profile.

Chorley’s crime rate in June 2024 dropped by 9.9% compared to May, falling from 7.3 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as June marks the start of summer, when tourism typically rises in nearby coastal areas, potentially diverting attention from local crime hotspots. On a daily basis, Chorley recorded approximately 26 crimes per day in June, a figure that, while consistent with the area’s historical trends, remains lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 152 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the district’s relatively low overall crime profile. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides a tangible sense of risk in relation to the population. The decrease in burglary and vehicle crime—down 59.6% and 46.2% respectively—suggests that recent policing efforts or environmental factors, such as increased daylight hours, may have contributed to the downward trend. However, the sharp rise in theft from the person and robbery underscores the need for continued vigilance in public spaces.