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 July 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South crime rate of 16.66 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pump House Lane with total crimes: 15
  • Willow Road with total crimes: 7
  • 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 areas in the Chorley.

    • 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 areas in the Chorley.

  • 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 July 2025 the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 16.66 ranking 9th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South)CrimesRank (Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South)CrimesRank (Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South)
Chorley South East & Heath Charnock132 11,787 12,234 1
Chorley East97 21,132 21,200 2
Chorley North West94 3890 4906 3
Clayton East, Brindle & Hoghton72 5952 3769 5
Chorley South West70 6775 6845 4
Buckshaw & Whittle78 4752 7410 11
Chorley North & Astley63 7838 5701 6
Clayton West & Cuerden62 8705 9643 7
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

Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South 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 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20253
April 20257
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 157 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202520
June 20258
May 202514
April 202520
March 202519
February 202510
January 202520
December 20244
November 202410
October 20246
September 202411
August 202415

A total of 266 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202532
May 202524
April 202513
March 202522
February 202520
January 202520
December 202421
November 202434
October 202426
September 202410
August 202416

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 41 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20256
April 20255
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20246
September 20243
August 20246

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

MonthCount
June 20251
November 20241

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 1 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

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

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 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

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South in July 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)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences9
Other crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Willow Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Other theft1
3. Wigan Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Rufford Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Station Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Dalton Fold (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. De Trafford Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Ulnes Walton Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Croston (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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