Crime Rate in Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton

The total recorded crimes in Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton, Chorley, UK in July 2025 are around 72 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton crime rate of 5.10 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 Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton, encompassing approximately 14,113 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (-6.06% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (-29.03% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Camwood with total crimes: 7
  • Greenwood with total crimes: 5
  • Woodfield with total crimes: 3

How safe is Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton?

To understand the safety of Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton, we need to analyze Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Chorley:

    • In 2024, Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton reported a higher crime volume than the Chorley average, with 952 crimes compared to 768. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 13 other areas in the Chorley.

    • In 2023, Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chorley average, with 769 crimes compared to 728. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 13 other areas in the Chorley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chorley, Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton has recorded 72 crimes with crime rate of 5.10 ranking 5th out of 13 in the Chorley, UK

In 2024, the total Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton crimes were 952. The crime rate of Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton in 2024 was 67.45 (year) or 5.62 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Chorley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton were around 769 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.49 (year) or 4.54 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Chorley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton)CrimesRank (Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton)CrimesRank (Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton)
Chorley South East & Heath Charnock132 11,787 12,234 1
Chorley East97 21,132 21,200 2
Chorley North West94 3890 4906 3
Chorley South West70 6775 6845 4
Buckshaw & Whittle78 4752 7410 11
Chorley North & Astley63 7838 5701 6
Clayton West & Cuerden62 8705 9643 7
Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South61 9744 8571 8
Adlington & Anderton50 11503 11541 9
Coppull42 12564 10472 10
Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard53 10457 12327 12
Chorley North East32 13344 13304 13
Euxton22 14303 14276 14

Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 22 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (31 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (33 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (23 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (36 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 303 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202531
May 202541
April 202526
March 202517
February 202516
January 202523
December 202410
November 202417
October 202431
September 202433
August 202436

A total of 313 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202531
June 202533
May 202533
April 202520
March 202524
February 202517
January 202523
December 202430
November 202429
October 202420
September 202425
August 202428

A total of 73 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.64 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20258
May 202510
April 20252
March 202510
January 20256
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20255
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20252
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20247

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20256
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
October 20244
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
January 20253
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
April 20251
March 20251
January 20256
December 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
May 20256
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
September 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

High Crime Locations Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton postcode area is presented below.

1. Camwood (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Greenwood (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Woodfield (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Ambledene (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
6. Bournesfield (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Hoghton Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Briery Hey (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Three Nooks (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
10. Carr Barn Brow (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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