Orrell Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Orrell, 3 crimes were reported in October 2023, a rate that is 62.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 100% increase from September's 1.5 per 1,000, still places the area in a position of relative safety compared to the national context. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (34.9% of total), violence and sexual offences (28.8%), and criminal damage and arson (9.1%). These patterns may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween, which could contribute to increased anti-social activity. The low property crime rate—just 19 incidents across the month—suggests that residential areas may be experiencing fewer break-ins or thefts compared to other parts of the UK. However, the rise in other theft, burglary, and criminal damage and arson indicates that certain localised issues may be emerging, linked to specific events or changes in community dynamics. The overall picture illustrates that while Orrell's crime rate is modest, it is not static, with seasonal and monthly fluctuations requiring ongoing attention.

October saw sharp increases in three categories: other theft rose by 400.0% (from 1 to 5), burglary by 200.0% (from 1 to 3), and criminal damage and arson by 200.0% (from 2 to 6). These jumps, while notable, occurred against a backdrop of overall crime rates that remain significantly below the UK average. For example, violent crimes in Orrell were 67% below the UK average, with 19 incidents recorded. The breakdown of crimes also reveals a stark contrast in specific categories: anti-social behaviour, at 1.1 per 1,000, was 14% below the UK average. This suggests that while certain types of crime are rising, others remain well below national levels. A resident might find the 2 crimes per day figure particularly useful for understanding the local context, though the absolute numbers remain low compared to the UK as a whole.

The crime rate in Orrell rose by 100.0% in October 2023 compared to the previous month, moving from 1.5 to 3.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still places Orrell 62.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period. For residents, this translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 329 people, a figure that contextualises the risk in terms of population density. While the rate has doubled from September, the overall level remains comparatively low. The population of 21,712 means that even with the increase, the absolute number of crimes (66) remains modest. This contrast between the local rate and the UK average underscores Orrell's position as a relatively safe area, even as seasonal factors may temporarily elevate activity.