Crime Rate in Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard

The total recorded crimes in Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard, Chorley, UK in February 2026 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard crime rate of 11.09 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 Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard, encompassing approximately 2,885 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-6.67% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (800.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 11
  • Cortland Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Preston Nook with total crimes: 3

How safe is Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard?

To understand the safety of Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard, we need to analyze Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Chorley:

    • In 2024, Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chorley average, with 457 crimes compared to 768.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 13 other areas in the Chorley.

    • In 2023, Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard had fewer crimes than the Chorley average, with 327 crimes compared to 728. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 13 other areas in the Chorley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chorley, Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard crimes were 457. The crime rate of Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard in 2024 was 158.41 (year) or 13.20 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Chorley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard were around 327 crimes with yearly crime rate of 113.34 (year) or 9.45 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Chorley.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard)CrimesRank (Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard)CrimesRank (Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard)
Chorley South East & Heath CharnockNA NA1,787 12,234 1
Chorley EastNA NA1,132 21,200 2
Chorley North WestNA NA890 4906 3
Clayton East, Brindle & HoghtonNA NA952 3769 5
Chorley South WestNA NA775 6845 4
Chorley North & AstleyNA NA838 5701 6
Clayton West & CuerdenNA NA705 9643 7
Buckshaw & WhittleNA NA752 7410 11
Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton SouthNA NA744 8571 8
Adlington & AndertonNA NA503 11541 9
CoppullNA NA564 10472 10
Chorley North EastNA NA344 13304 13
EuxtonNA NA303 14276 14

Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (20 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 135 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.38 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202614
January 202615
December 202514
November 202514
October 20255
September 202512
August 202510
July 202514
June 20257
May 202511
April 20256
March 20256
February 20257

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
December 20253
September 20251
May 20251
February 20251

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
December 20255
November 20251
October 20252
September 20252
August 20254
July 20259
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
March 20256
February 20253

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20269
January 20261
December 20257
November 20258
October 20254
September 20253
August 20253
July 20251
June 20253
May 20254
February 20252

A total of 137 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.54 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20265
December 20258
November 20258
October 20259
September 20252
August 20258
July 202522
June 202520
May 202520
April 20257
March 202511
February 202515

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20251
September 20252
February 20252

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20263
December 20254
October 20251
September 20252
August 20251
July 20253
June 20253
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20263
December 20251
November 20251
October 20253
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20251
November 20251

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
July 20251
June 20252

A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20251
August 20251
July 20251
May 20251

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard in February 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Eccleston, Heskin & Charnock Richard postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total11
Vehicle crime6
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Cortland Avenue (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Preston Nook (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Lydiate Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. The Meadows (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Park Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Boundary Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Bradley Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Balmoral Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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