Whittle-le-Woods Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Whittle-le-Woods' crime rate in September 2023 remained exceptionally low at 1.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 83.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This continued safety profile is underscored by the dominance of two categories: violence and sexual offences (4 incidents, 44.4% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (2 incidents, 22.2%). While the overall rate has decreased slightly from August, the composition of crimes has shifted, with a notable rise in violent incidents. The seasonal context of September—marking the end of summer and the start of the academic year—likely contributes to this pattern, as increased social activity and the return of students may heighten interactions in public spaces. Violence and sexual offences, though still far below the UK average, rose by 33.3% compared to the previous month, suggesting a need for continued monitoring. Anti-social behaviour, which dropped by 33.3%, may reflect a decrease in summer-related disruptions. However, the increase in other theft (100%) and criminal damage and arson (100%) indicates pockets of activity that could be linked to local factors such as property neglect or seasonal changes in land use. The area's built-up nature within Chorley may influence crime patterns, but its overall low rate remains a stark contrast to larger urban centres. Residents should remain cautious, particularly in the context of rising violent crime, while also noting the broader safety environment that persists.

September 2023 saw a 33.3% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 3 to 4 incidents. This category remains 78% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, but the upward trend warrants attention. Other theft also surged by 100%, with one reported incident—though this category is still 67% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson doubled, moving from 1 to 2 cases, a 100% increase that aligns with the broader trend of rising property-related crimes. Anti-social behaviour, however, declined by 33.3%, dropping from 3 to 2 incidents. This shift in crime mix—from a slight property-crime focus in August to a more pronounced violent-crime focus in September—may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as the return of students or increased social activity as nights draw in. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas where recent spikes in violence and property crime have been reported.

Whittle-le-Woods' crime rate in September 2023 stood at 1.3 per 1,000 residents, a 10.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 1.5 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with its crime rate 83.8% below the national average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day over the 30-day period, translating to an exceptionally low monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 748 residents. This stark contrast to the UK average underscores the area's unique safety profile, though it remains important to note that local conditions—such as the small population of 6,732—significantly influence these figures. For context, the UK's average monthly exposure is not provided here, but the local data suggests that residents face a markedly lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the national average. The drop in crime rate may reflect seasonal factors, such as the winding down of summer activities and the return to routine after school holidays, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this trend.