Orrell Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Orrell’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 89.7% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure marks a significant improvement compared to the previous month, reflecting a 25% decline in overall crime. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 60% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.3%) and other theft (13.3%). Despite the sharp increase in violent crimes—up 125% from December 2025—these rates remain well below the UK average for this category, which stands at 2.5 per 1,000. The seasonal context of January, characterised by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, likely contributed to the lower frequency of outdoor crimes typically associated with high footfall areas. Orrell, as a built-up area within West Lancashire, may benefit from its relatively low population density and the absence of major commercial hubs that often drive property-related offences. However, the 43% increase in possession of weapons compared to the UK average highlights an anomaly that warrants further local analysis. The overall crime profile suggests a balance between consistent policing efforts and the natural ebb and flow of seasonal factors, though the rise in violent incidents may signal a need for targeted interventions in specific neighbourhoods or during particular times of the month.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 125% in January 2026, rising from 4 to 9 incidents. This increase contrasts with a 66.7% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 6 to 2 cases. The category of 'other theft' also saw a 100% increase, rising from 0 to 2 incidents, though this remains significantly below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Meanwhile, possession of weapons was 43% above the UK average, with 1 incident reported compared to the national rate of 0.1 per 1,000. These shifts suggest a possible reallocation of criminal activity, with violent crimes rising despite the overall decline in total reported crimes. Residents may find the 1-in-1,447 monthly exposure rate particularly noteworthy, as it illustrates the rarity of crime in the area relative to its population size. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.5 per 1,000, meaning Orrell’s rate of 0.4 per 1,000 is 84% below the national benchmark.

Orrell's crime rate in January 2026 fell to 0.7 per 1,000 residents, a 25.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 0.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. Daily crime counts in Orrell averaged roughly 0 crimes per day over the month, reflecting a starkly low frequency compared to the UK average. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for every 1,447 residents, a figure that underscores the area’s relative safety when scaled to its population of 21,712. While this monthly exposure is significantly lower than the UK average, such statistics are context-specific to Orrell and cannot be directly compared to national daily figures. The reduction in crime likely reflects a combination of seasonal factors and consistent policing efforts in the area, though further analysis would be needed to confirm any long-term trends.