Crime Rate in Chorley South West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chorley South West

The total recorded crimes in Chorley South West, Chorley, UK in March 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chorley South West crime rate of 5.37 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Chorley South West, encompassing approximately 11,553 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (4.55% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Chorley South West Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Moor Road with total crimes: 4
  • Kingsley Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Bow Wood Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Chorley South West?

To understand the safety of Chorley South West, we need to analyze Chorley South West crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Chorley:

    • In 2024, Chorley South West reported a higher crime volume than the Chorley average, with 775 crimes compared to 768. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Chorley South West witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chorley South West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chorley average, with 845 crimes compared to 728. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chorley South West witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 13 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chorley, Chorley South West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Chorley South West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chorley South West has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 5.37 ranking 6th out of 13 in the Chorley, UK

In 2024, the total Chorley South West crimes were 775. The crime rate of Chorley South West in 2024 was 67.08 (year) or 5.59 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Chorley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chorley South West were around 845 crimes with yearly crime rate of 73.14 (year) or 6.10 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Chorley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chorley)CrimesRank (Chorley)CrimesRank (Chorley)
Chorley South East & Heath Charnock132 11,787 12,234 1
Chorley East70 21,132 21,200 2
Chorley North West63 5890 4906 3
Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton64 3952 3769 5
Chorley North & Astley64 4838 5701 6
Clayton West & Cuerden49 9705 9643 7
Buckshaw & Whittle57 7752 7410 11
Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South54 8744 8571 8
Adlington & Anderton43 11503 11541 9
Coppull44 10564 10472 10
Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard26 13457 12327 12
Chorley North East31 12344 13304 13
Euxton26 14303 14276 14

Chorley South West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (20 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 200 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 20258
January 202517
December 202411
November 202420
October 202414
September 202417
August 202416
July 202414
June 202430
May 202417
April 202418

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20246
November 20246
October 20243
September 20248
August 20248
July 20244
June 202410
May 20241
April 20249

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20241
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20247
July 20244
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 295 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202522
January 202520
December 202431
November 202413
October 202417
September 202425
August 202422
July 202427
June 202442
May 202428
April 202425

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 56 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 202411
November 20246
October 20241
September 20249
August 20244
July 20241
June 202410
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
April 20242

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20254
December 20242
October 20241
September 20246
August 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Chorley South West in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Chorley South West postcode area is presented below.

1. Moor Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
2. Kingsley Drive (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Bow Wood Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
4. Hallwood Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Jackson Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Yarrow Valley Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Haweswater Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order2
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
9. Burgh Meadows (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary2

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