Is Chorley North West Safe?
Crime statistics for Chorley North West. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,814 total crimes recorded in Chorley North West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chorley North West — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chorley North West safe?
Chorley North West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 4/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,814 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 19% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Chorley North West are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Chorley North West in the last 12 months?
1,814 crimes were recorded in Chorley North West in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 19% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,524 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 617 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chorley North West?
The most common crime in Chorley North West is Violent Crime, with 617 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Chorley North West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chorley North West is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 19% — from 1,524 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,814 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Chorley North West?
Chorley North West has a safety score of 4 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 North West compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Chorley North West has a safety score of 4/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Chorley North West 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 North West?
28.2% of crimes recorded in Chorley North West resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Lancashire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Chorley North West?
617 violent crimes were recorded in Chorley North West in the last 12 months — representing 34% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 438 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Chorley North West last updated?
The crime data for Chorley North West was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Chorley North West with other areas?
You can compare Chorley North West with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.