Chorley Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Chorley’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, 12.7% below the UK average of 7.1. This position is partly explained by the area’s relatively low rates in several categories, including shoplifting (52% below UK average) and vehicle crime (27% below). However, anti-social behaviour emerged as a significant outlier, occurring at a rate 73% above the national average. This contrast highlights the uneven nature of local crime patterns, where some categories align closely with broader trends while others diverge sharply. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type (39% of total), were slightly below the UK average (2.4 vs 2.5 per 1,000), though their prominence suggests ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal crime. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday periods, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days—may partly explain the lower rates of outdoor crimes, such as shoplifting and public order offences. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour could reflect local factors, such as increased community tensions or the impact of social events during the month. These dynamics underscore the need for targeted interventions that address specific local issues while leveraging the area’s overall lower crime profile.

January 2025 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, with the category rising from 0 to 2 incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased cycling activity in milder winter conditions. Robbery also rose by 100%, moving from 0 to 5 incidents, a shift that could be tied to post-holiday retail patterns or changes in public space dynamics. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 70%, dropping from 10 to 3 incidents, suggesting a potential reduction in related activities during the month. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime type (27% of total), was 73% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories like shoplifting, which were 52% below the national rate. This divergence illustrates the complexity of local crime dynamics, with some categories aligning closely with national trends while others deviate significantly.

Chorley's crime rate in January 2025 remained stable at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a 1.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.3. This consistency suggests no major shifts in crime trends during the transition from December to January. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 24 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity and policing. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 161 residents, placing Chorley's monthly exposure in a context that is lower than the UK average. With a population of 120,839, this rate underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to the national context, though local factors such as community engagement or policing strategies may play a role in maintaining this position.