Crime Rate in Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South

The total recorded crimes in Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South, Chorley, UK in March 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South crime rate of 14.75 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 Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South, encompassing approximately 3,661 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (90.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pump House Lane with total crimes: 14
  • Willow Road with total crimes: 10
  • Wigan Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South?

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

  • Relative to Chorley:

    • In 2024, Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chorley average, with 744 crimes compared to 768.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South had fewer crimes than the Chorley average, with 571 crimes compared to 728. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 13 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chorley, Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 14.75 ranking 8th out of 13 in the Chorley, UK

In 2024, the total Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South crimes were 744. The crime rate of Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South in 2024 was 203.21 (year) or 16.93 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Chorley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South were around 571 crimes with yearly crime rate of 155.96 (year) or 13.00 (month) ranking 8 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 South West62 6775 6845 4
Chorley North & Astley64 4838 5701 6
Clayton West & Cuerden49 9705 9643 7
Buckshaw & Whittle57 7752 7410 11
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

Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , 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 (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

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

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 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 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (74 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 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 (24 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 179 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202510
January 202520
December 20244
November 202410
October 20246
September 202411
August 202415
July 202413
June 202430
May 202417
April 202424

A total of 324 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 74 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202520
January 202520
December 202421
November 202434
October 202426
September 202410
August 202416
July 202431
June 202474
May 202425
April 202425

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20244
June 202414
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 47 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20247
June 20244
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20246
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
April 20241

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
September 20243
August 20246
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
June 20242

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South postcode area is presented below.

1. Pump House Lane (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Willow Road (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences5
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Wigan Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Bramblewood (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Balshaw Villa Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Regency Gardens (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. School Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Farmhouse Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Coniston Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Drinkhouse Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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