Is Chorley East Safe?
Crime statistics for Chorley East. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 2,798 total crimes recorded in Chorley East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chorley East — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chorley East safe?
Chorley East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. 867 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Chorley East has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Chorley East in the last 12 months?
867 crimes were recorded in Chorley East in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 3.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (901 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Chorley East?
The most common crime in Chorley East is Violent Crime, with 1,086 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 125.3% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Chorley East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chorley East is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Chorley East?
Chorley East has a safety score of 7 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Chorley East compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Chorley East has a safety score of 7/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 39/100. Chorley East is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Chorley East?
33.9% of crimes in Chorley East resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Chorley East?
1,086 violent crimes were recorded in Chorley East in the last 12 months, representing 125.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 811 incidents.
When was the crime data for Chorley East last updated?
The crime data for Chorley East was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Chorley East with other areas?
You can compare Chorley East with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.