Chorley Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Chorley's overall crime rate in March 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000, 16.7% below the UK average of 7.8. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of factors, including seasonal transitions and local dynamics. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (285 incidents, 36.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (238 incidents, 30.3%). These categories suggest a mix of persistent issues, with violence and sexual offences remaining a significant concern, though 12% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 60% above the UK average, a stark contrast that may be influenced by the area's social fabric or environmental factors. The seasonal context of March, with the transition to spring and longer evenings, likely contributes to increased activity in public spaces, potentially exacerbating anti-social behaviour. Property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, were lower than the UK average, with vehicle crime at 0.2 per 1,000, 49% below the national figure. This may be attributed to local infrastructure or community initiatives. The data underscores that while Chorley remains safer than the UK average overall, specific challenges such as anti-social behaviour and rising vehicle crime require targeted attention.

March 2025 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 3 to 6 incidents, a sharp upward trend that may partly explain heightened concerns among residents. Robbery also increased by 50%, with six incidents reported compared to four in February, a rise that contrasts with the UK average for robbery, which remained stable. Vehicle crime surged by 46.2%, from 13 to 19 cases, a jump that may reflect seasonal factors such as the transition to spring and longer evenings. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour in Chorley was 60% above the UK average, with 238 incidents recorded. This category, which often includes disturbances in public spaces, may be linked to local social dynamics or events. Possession of weapons fell by 42.9%, from seven to four cases, a decrease that aligns with broader UK trends. These shifts highlight areas where residents may need to remain vigilant, particularly in relation to vehicle-related crimes and anti-social behaviour.

Chorley's crime rate in March 2025 rose by 14.8% compared to February's 5.7 per 1,000, reaching 6.5 per 1,000. This increase, while still 16.7% below the UK average of 7.8, reflects a shift in crime patterns. On a daily basis, 25 crimes were reported each day in March, highlighting the persistent nature of local incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 154 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity relative to the population of 120,839. While the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, the rise in specific categories such as anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime suggests areas requiring closer attention. The population-scaled perspective underscores that Chorley, despite its relatively low crime rate, faces challenges in maintaining stability amid these increases.