Orrell Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Orrell's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 2.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 70.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's generally low crime profile compared to national trends. The most prevalent category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 55.6% of all reported crimes (25 incidents), followed by violence and sexual offences (20.0%, 9 incidents) and vehicle crime (6.7%, 3 incidents). These figures align with Orrell's character as a built-up area within West Lancashire, where community-focused policing and relatively low population density may contribute to lower overall crime levels. Seasonal factors in January—such as post-holiday lulls in retail activity and shorter daylight hours—likely influence crime patterns, with outdoor crimes typically reduced during this time. However, the dominance of anti-social behaviour suggests localised issues that may be linked to social dynamics or environmental factors within the built-up area. The low rate of property crimes (10 total) and violent crimes (9 total) further reinforces Orrell's position as a relatively safe place compared to the UK average, though the surge in anti-social behaviour requires closer attention. This data reflects a combination of geographic, demographic, and seasonal influences that shape the area's crime profile.

January 2025 saw a dramatic 400% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 5 to 25 incidents—a stark shift from December's figures. This surge, combined with a 100% rise in other crime and other theft categories, highlights a significant change in the crime mix. Anti-social behaviour now constitutes over half of all reported crimes, far exceeding its UK average of 1.0 per 1,000 (22% above). In contrast, violent crime fell sharply below the UK average, with 0.4 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.5 per 1,000. Vehicle crime also remained well below the UK rate (0.1 vs 0.4 per 1,000). For residents, the most immediate concern is the 400% rise in anti-social behaviour, which may reflect post-holiday social dynamics or changes in community engagement. The decrease in criminal damage and arson by 50% (from 4 to 2 incidents) suggests a temporary reduction in vandalism, though this remains a small proportion of overall crime. These shifts indicate a crime mix that is increasingly dominated by non-violent, community-based issues rather than property or violent crime.

Orrell's crime rate in January 2025 rose 86.5% compared to December's 1.1 per 1,000, marking a notable increase despite remaining 70.4% below the UK average. This translates to roughly 1 crime reported per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 482 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. With a population of 21,712, this statistic illustrates the relatively low frequency of crime in Orrell compared to other areas. The increase from December suggests a shift in crime patterns that may be linked to seasonal factors—such as post-holiday social interactions—or changes in local activity levels. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the surge in anti-social behaviour raises questions about community-specific pressures. For residents, the 1-in-482 monthly exposure rate provides context for understanding crime risk. month-on-month increase indicates a need for vigilance in addressing emerging issues.