Whittle-le-Woods Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Whittle-le-Woods recorded a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents in September 2024, placing it 55.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistently low crime profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.1% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and vehicle crime (13.0%). These figures align with the area’s character as a small built-up community within Chorley, where localised factors may influence crime distribution. Seasonal shifts in September—such as the return to school and university term start—could contribute to fluctuations in certain categories. For instance, the rise in violence and sexual offences may be linked to increased social activity during the transition from summer to autumn. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local crime prevention measures or a naturally lower-risk environment. Anti-social behaviour, which dropped by 33.3% month-on-month, may reflect seasonal changes in community activity or the impact of local initiatives. While direct causes, the combination of low overall rates and specific category trends illustrates a crime picture shaped by both geography and local rhythms.

September 2024 saw notable increases in three crime categories, with burglary rising by 100% (from 0 to 2 incidents) and vehicle crime increasing by 50% (from 2 to 3). Violence and sexual offences also climbed by 12.5%, reaching 9 incidents—a rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents, 50% below the UK average. These increases contrast with declines in other theft (-50%) and anti-social behaviour (-33.3%), though the latter’s drop may be influenced by seasonal factors like reduced summer activity. Vehicle crime, now at 0.5 per 1,000, slightly exceeds the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, suggesting localised pressures such as commuter traffic or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Meanwhile, other crime (e.g. non-violent offences) rose by 76% compared to the UK average. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly around vehicles and in public spaces, as these increases may indicate emerging patterns. direct causes, but the timing of the rise in violence may be consistent with back-to-school activities and the start of the academic term, which could alter community dynamics.

In September 2024, Whittle-le-Woods’ crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 4.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.6 per 1,000. This monthly decline suggests a short-term reduction in criminal activity, though the overall rate remains far below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 30-day period—a figure that may seem low but reflects the community’s relatively small population of 6,732 residents. Monthly exposure data indicates that, over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 293 residents. This context is critical for residents assessing risk: while the absolute number of crimes is minimal, the rate of increase in certain categories (such as burglary and vehicle crime) could signal areas requiring attention. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the significance of even small numbers in a small community. For instance, the 2 incidents of burglary represent a 100% increase from the previous month, which, in a town of fewer than 7,000 people, may be more immediately noticeable to local residents. Comparing these figures to the UK average underscores the area’s overall safety, but the specific category trends illustrate that no community is entirely immune to crime fluctuations.