Orrell Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Orrell's crime profile in June 2025 reveals a distinct pattern where violent crime narrowly outpaced property crime, a shift that may reflect seasonal dynamics and local policing priorities. With a crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 74.1% fewer crimes than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Orrell's position as a relatively safe built-up area within West Lancashire. The most frequently reported crimes were anti-social behaviour (35.6% of all incidents), violence and sexual offences (33.3%), and burglary (8.9%). These figures align with the area's character as a mixed-use neighbourhood where public spaces are heavily utilised, potentially contributing to higher rates of anti-social behaviour. The seasonal context of June—as the start of the summer season—may explain the lower overall crime rate, as warmer weather and extended daylight hours often correlate with reduced burglary rates and increased community activity. However, the slight dominance of violent crimes over property crimes challenges typical patterns seen in similar areas, where property crime usually prevails. This could indicate a combination of factors, including the presence of local amenities that attract transient populations or the effectiveness of community-based crime prevention strategies. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000) further support the notion that Orrell's built-up nature, with its compact layout and higher levels of surveillance, may contribute to its lower crime rates compared to more sprawling or rural areas. These findings, when considered alongside the month's seasonal context, suggest a combination of environmental factors, community engagement, and policing strategies that will require continued monitoring to ensure sustained safety outcomes.

The balance between property and violent crimes in June 2025 reveals a notable shift in Orrell's crime mix. Violent crimes (15 incidents) slightly outnumbered property crimes (13 incidents), a reversal from previous months where property crime typically dominated. This shift may reflect increased social interactions during the summer season or targeted policing efforts in high-risk areas. Among specific categories, anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent at 35.6% of all crimes, significantly below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000 (51% below). This discrepancy suggests a lower incidence of disruptive behaviour in Orrell compared to national trends, possibly due to community engagement initiatives or the area's built-up character. Month-on-month changes revealed a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one to two incidents. This spike, while small in absolute terms, could indicate seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity or vandalism linked to the start of the summer holidays. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by 66.7%, a marked decrease that may be attributed to improved lighting in public spaces or heightened resident vigilance during the longer daylight hours of June.

Orrell's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 2.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16.9% decline from the previous month's rate of 2.5 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a potential seasonal shift, as June signals the onset of summer and increased tourism in nearby coastal areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that may appear modest but reflects the relatively low overall crime rate compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 482 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. When scaled to the population of 21,712, this means the community experienced a relatively low frequency of crime, with the majority of incidents concentrated in specific categories. The reduction in robbery and other theft by 66.7% and 50.0% respectively, compared to May, may indicate improved community policing efforts or heightened resident awareness during the summer months. These figures, when considered alongside the local context of a built-up area within West Lancashire, suggest a combination of environmental and demographic factors contributing to the current crime profile.