Orrell Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Orrell’s crime profile in May 2025, accounting for 33.3% of all reported crimes. This category, with 18 incidents, remains 72% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 residents, highlighting a stark contrast to national trends. The overall crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents places Orrell 69.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a disparity consistent with its character as a relatively low-density built-up area within West Lancashire. While property crimes such as other theft and burglary contribute 44.4% of total incidents, their rates remain significantly below national benchmarks—other theft at 0.3 per 1,000 (43% below UK average) and burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 (64% below UK average). Seasonal factors in May, including extended evening hours and increased socialising, may partly explain the elevated share of violent crimes, though community engagement initiatives and local policing strategies likely contribute to the overall low crime environment. The absence of major industrial or commercial hubs in Orrell, combined with its proximity to rural landscapes, appears to reduce opportunities for property-related offences compared to denser urban centres.

May 2025 saw a 500% surge in other theft, rising from 1 to 6 incidents—a dramatic shift that outpaces all other category changes. This jump, while still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 (43% below), raises questions about potential vulnerabilities in personal property security. Burglary also doubled from 1 to 3 incidents, though it remains 64% below the UK average. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 66.7% (3 to 1), and public order offences dropped by 50% (2 to 1), suggesting a seasonal moderation in disruptive behaviour. The dominance of violent crimes—72% below the UK average—contrasts with the national trend of property crimes outpacing violent ones, indicating Orrell’s unique social dynamics. A resident might find the 0.8 per 1,000 rate for anti-social behaviour (44% below UK average) particularly relevant, as this category often intersects with local community events and public spaces. The sharp increase in drug-related incidents (from 0 to 1) marks a new concern, though it remains 64% below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000.

Orrell’s crime rate in May 2025 rose 35.3% compared to April’s 1.8 per 1,000, reflecting a modest upward trend despite remaining well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than aggregate rates. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 402 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s safety relative to national standards. With a population of 21,712, Orrell’s low crime density suggests effective local governance and community cohesion. increase from the previous month warrants monitoring. The 1-in-402 monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would equate to roughly 1 crime per 120 residents in a similar-sized area. This disparity highlights Orrell’s status as a relatively tranquil built-up area within West Lancashire, where the combination of limited commercial activity and strong community networks may contribute to sustained low crime levels despite the recent uptick in certain categories.