Orrell Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 21,712, Orrell recorded 52 crimes in November 2023, translating to a crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 68% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, highlighting a stark contrast between Orrell and the national crime profile. The breakdown reveals anti-social behaviour as the most common category, accounting for 57.7% of all reported crimes—30 incidents in total. This dominance of anti-social behaviour may partly reflect the area's built-up character and the influence of seasonal factors such as dark evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night events, which could contribute to increased community tensions or disturbances. Violence and sexual offences followed, making up 21.2% of cases, with 11 incidents reported. This category remains 81% below the UK average, suggesting a broader pattern of lower violent crime in Orrell compared to the national landscape. The area's property crime rate was particularly low, with burglary alone at 0.1 per 1,000—71% below the UK average. This aligns with Orrell's likely character as a relatively compact, commuter-focused built-up area where property crime may be less prevalent due to lower foot traffic or more secure housing stock. The seasonal context of November, with its shorter days and the timing of Black Friday shopping, may have influenced the mix of crimes, though the overall rate remained firmly in line with the area's historical trend of low crime levels.

November saw a notable 30.4% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 23 to 30 incidents. This surge may partly explain the overall crime rate's slight seasonal fluctuation, though it remains well below the UK average for this category. Conversely, other theft and public order offences fell sharply—other theft dropped 80% to just one incident, while public order offences halved to one case. These reductions, along with a 66.7% decrease in criminal damage and arson, suggest a possible calming effect from the end of the festive shopping season and reduced outdoor activity as evenings grew darker. Violent crimes, at 11 incidents, remained 81% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, indicating a persistent trend of lower aggression-related incidents in Orrell compared to the national picture. The area's burglary rate of 0.1 per 1,000 also stayed 71% below the UK average, a trend consistent with its low overall property crime numbers.

Orrell's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a 21.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.0 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend of declining crime rates observed over recent months, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day in November, a figure that reflects the low overall rate but may appear more frequent to residents in high-traffic areas. When considering the monthly exposure, the 52 crimes reported in November equate to one reported crime for roughly every 418 residents. This statistic offers context for local residents, illustrating that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Orrell's crime profile is distinct, with its low rates and specific crime patterns underscoring the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives in maintaining safety.