Orrell Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Orrell’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 73.3% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low exposure to crime, a pattern consistent with its character as a built-up area within West Lancashire, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 32% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (28%) and burglary (10%). The seasonal context of July—a month marked by peak summer tourism, festivals, and school holidays—likely influenced the crime mix. While violent crime rates remain significantly below the UK average (77% lower), the proportion of violent offences compared to property crimes (16 violent vs 16 property) suggests a balance that may reflect local demographics, such as a mix of residential and commercial land use. The low rate of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (69% below UK average) and vehicle crime (49% below UK average), could be attributed to effective local policing strategies or the area’s relatively small retail footprint compared to larger urban centres. However, the absence of a major tourist hub or high-density housing may also play a role in sustaining these lower figures. As summer progresses, continued monitoring of violent crime trends will be essential, given the potential for increased public interactions during festivals and events.

July 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 100% (from 0 to 3 incidents) and shoplifting doubling (from 0 to 4). These increases, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened outdoor activity during summer festivals or the impact of temporary events. Vehicle crime also rose by 33.3%, potentially linked to increased foot traffic in residential areas or the presence of unsecured vehicles during public events. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, and other theft decreased by 33.3%, suggesting some crime types may be more sensitive to seasonal rhythms. Anti-social behaviour, though still the second most common category (28% of total crimes), dropped by 12.5% compared to June, due to targeted enforcement during the summer months. The category of violence and sexual offences, at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, remains 77% below the UK average, underscoring Orrell’s continued position as a low-crime area. For residents, the sharp rise in public order offences may warrant heightened vigilance during evenings and weekends, when festivals and open-air events are most active. This data also illustrates the area’s resilience in maintaining low crime rates despite the typical summer influx of visitors.

Orrell’s crime rate in July 2025 (2.3 per 1,000) marked an 11.1% increase from June’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000.3% below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 434 residents, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents within the local population. Daily crime statistics show an average of two crimes per day, a rate that appears consistent with the area’s built-up character and lower population density compared to major urban centres. When compared to the previous month, the 11.1% rise in overall crime rate may reflect the seasonal surge in public activity. The monthly exposure metric—1-in-434 residents—provides a tangible sense of scale for local residents, indicating that most individuals in Orrell are unlikely to experience a crime directly. This statistic also highlights the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement efforts in mitigating criminal activity, even during periods of increased tourism and events. While the slight upward trend from June is notable, the overall rate remains firmly within the lower quartile of UK crime statistics, reinforcing the area’s reputation as a relatively safe place to live.