Chorley Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 120,839, Chorley recorded 949 crimes in May 2025, translating to a crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 2.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a margin that, while narrow, suggests effective local crime prevention strategies. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 35.9% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences at 34.8%. These figures underscore the significant role of community-based conflicts and interpersonal violence in shaping the local crime picture. The seasonal context of May, marked by bank holidays and extended daylight hours, likely influenced the higher incidence of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which saw sharp increases. However, the drop in shoplifting and vehicle crime indicates potential success in targeted interventions, such as retail security measures or police patrols in high-traffic areas. The relatively low rates of property crimes, such as burglary and vehicle crime, contrast with the UK average, suggesting that Chorley’s urban environment may have distinct characteristics—such as strong community policing or lower commercial density—that contribute to this trend. The balance between violent and property crimes also highlights the need for differentiated approaches, with anti-social behaviour and violence requiring social support systems alongside law enforcement action. These patterns, when viewed through the lens of Chorley’s demographics and geography, reveal a complex but manageable crime profile that reflects both local challenges and the effectiveness of ongoing initiatives.

May 2025 saw notable fluctuations in crime categories, with public order offences increasing by 54.8% to 48 incidents, the highest monthly total for this category in recent months. This rise aligns with the seasonal context of longer evenings and bank holidays, which may have contributed to increased outdoor socialising and associated disturbances. Conversely, shoplifting incidents dropped by 31.9% to 32 cases, potentially reflecting retail sector initiatives or seasonal consumer behaviour shifts. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 35.9% of all crimes, remains 97% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights localised challenges in managing community conduct. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 34.2%, linked to reduced car-related activity during May’s weather patterns. These trends illustrate the combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts, with specific categories like public order requiring targeted interventions to address the sharp upward trend.

Chorley's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 7.9 per 1,000 residents, a 16.1% increase from the previous month’s 6.8 per 1,000. This shift highlights a growing trend in local crime dynamics. below the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of 31 reported incidents each day in May, a figure that, while consistent with seasonal patterns, may reflect heightened activity during extended evenings and bank holidays. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 127 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. This monthly exposure rate, though relatively low compared to national averages, underscores the need for ongoing community engagement and policing strategies to address emerging trends, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The population context also reveals that, despite the increase, Chorley’s crime levels remain proportionally manageable when compared to broader UK benchmarks.