Chorley Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Chorley’s crime rate stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 11.7% below the UK average of 7.7. This per-capita perspective reveals that, while the area is generally safer than the national average, certain crime types remain elevated. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 38.1% of all incidents and 95% above the UK average. This suggests a localised challenge, potentially linked to community dynamics or unmet social needs. Violence and sexual offences, though 27% below the UK average, decreased by 17.9% month-on-month, possibly influenced by the Easter holiday reducing opportunities for such crimes. Shoplifting, meanwhile, remained 39% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Chorley’s retail environment, where proactive policing or community engagement may contribute to lower rates. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and springtime activity—may have amplified anti-social behaviour, as increased public interactions and events create conditions for such incidents. This data underscores the importance of targeted interventions in high-risk areas while maintaining broader community safety initiatives.

April saw a 100% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 19 to 38 incidents. This surge may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property crimes accounting for 24.6% of total reports (compared to 28.6% for violent crimes). Anti-social behaviour, the most common category, remains 95% above the UK average, a stark contrast to categories like shoplifting, which are 39% below the national rate. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 17.9%, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday reducing late-night activity. The 50.0% increase in theft from the person, though small in absolute terms, underscores the need for vigilance in public spaces. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local dynamics and broader crime trends.

Chorley’s crime rate in April 2025 rose slightly to 6.8 per 1,000 residents, a 4.0% increase from March’s 6.5. This translates to roughly 27 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 148 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains 11.7% below the UK average, the daily frequency highlights the persistent presence of crime in everyday life. The population-scaled perspective shows that, despite being safer than the national average, residents still face a measurable risk. This rate is consistent with Chorley’s historical profile as a mixed urban-rural area, where local factors such as community engagement and infrastructure may influence crime patterns. The 4.0% increase, though modest, suggests a need for continued monitoring of trends in specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour, which remains high compared to the UK average.