Chorley Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

October 2024 saw Chorley maintain its position as a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, with a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents—19.8% below the national figure of 8.1. This continued underperformance relative to the UK average is most pronounced in categories like violence and sexual offences (2.2 per 1,000) and other theft (0.4 per 1,000), both of which are significantly below national benchmarks. The local crime profile remains dominated by violence and sexual offences (33.4% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (30.1%), reflecting patterns consistent with a mid-sized urban area with a mix of residential and commercial zones. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the 75.9% rise in vehicle crime, potentially linked to Halloween-related activity or changes in traffic patterns during the transition to darker evenings. While the overall rate has decreased by 9.6% compared to September, the volatility in specific categories suggests continued monitoring is needed. The area's lower-than-average rates for property crimes—particularly shoplifting (44% below UK average) and burglary (39% below)—may be influenced by local policing strategies or the character of Chorley's retail and residential environments. This data underscores the importance of contextual analysis, as Chorley's crime patterns reflect a unique combination of geographic and demographic factors that differ from both the UK average and other similar areas.

The most dramatic shift in October 2024 was the 75.9% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 29 to 51 incidents. This surge may reflect seasonal factors such as Halloween-related activity or changes in parking patterns during darker evenings. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained 55% above the UK average, a persistent concern for local residents. Conversely, other crime categories showed significant declines, with 'other crime' falling by 52.8% (from 36 to 17 incidents). The UK comparison data highlights a stark contrast: while violence and sexual offences in Chorley are 18% below the national average, anti-social behaviour remains elevated. A resident would find the daily crime count of 25 incidents per day particularly relevant, offering a concrete measure of local crime frequency. The 62.5% rise in drug-related offences also warrants attention, though the small absolute numbers (from 8 to 13) suggest this remains a niche issue.

Chorley's crime rate in October 2024 (6.5 per 1,000 residents) represents a 9.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns observed in similar areas, where reduced daylight hours and the start of the academic term may influence crime dynamics. On a daily basis, Chorley recorded an average of 25 crimes per day in October, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the monthly frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 153 residents, placing the local experience in context relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, reflecting Chorley's broader trend of maintaining a crime profile significantly below national benchmarks. The reduction in violent crime and anti-social behaviour compared to September suggests potential stabilisation in high-traffic areas, though the spike in vehicle crime complicates this narrative.