Chorley: Break-ins on the Rise
Known for its markets and Chorley cakes, Chorley is the administrative centre of the wider Borough of Chorley in Lancashire. The town has an overall crime rate of 83.5 crimes per thousand residents, placing it among the top five most dangerous medium-sized towns in Lancashire with a crime rate 23% higher than the national average.
Crime Rate Trends
Despite the higher-than-average national crime rate, Chorley has begun to see a decrease in its overall crime rates. The highest crime categories in the area include violence, sexual offences, criminal damage and arson. However, both burglary and robbery rates are trending upwards, with burglaries increasing by 56% over the past three years and robberies rising by 62% in the same period. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences have decreased gradually, dropping by 4.08% over the last three years.
With the rising rates of robbery and burglary, you may have concerns about protecting your home. There are various ways to enhance your home security, including alarm systems and ensuring that your locks are secure.
Secure Your Chorley Home
Burglar Alarms
Home security systems, such as burglar alarms, serve as deterrents by reducing the risk of intrusion. These visible systems provide immediate notification of a break-in, which can scare off burglars and alert authorities, minimizing property damage and loss. A burglar alarm can bring you peace of mind and may even increase the resale value of your home. Additionally, many insurance companies offer discounted premiums for homes equipped with burglar alarms.
Smart Home Security
Building on wireless systems, smart home security systems incorporate technology to control and monitor your home’s security. These systems typically include smart doorbells that capture video and detect motion, with alarms that can be activated remotely. Their popularity has surged due to remote monitoring capabilities, allowing homeowners to view live footage from their security devices. Furthermore, the integration of apps for monitoring—often combined with other smart home devices—can enhance emergency response if an alarm is triggered.
Outdoor Security Cameras
Outdoor security cameras are primarily used as crime deterrents, providing evidence for incidents and allowing homeowners to monitor their property remotely. They can offer peace of mind and may also lower insurance premiums. With the ability to check on elderly family members, children, pets, or deliveries remotely, outdoor security cameras can be a valuable addition to home security.
Emergency Locksmiths
If your home has been broken into, contact your local police force by calling 999 and evacuate the premises promptly to ensure your safety. Exit through a means other than your front door, as 59% of burglaries occur when the intruder enters through that entry point. After a burglary, our highly trained locksmiths can install new locks to prevent future incidents. Alternatively, if you are moving house, our locksmiths can change the locks, as it is crucial to consider how many people may have had access to your property and how many spare keys may exist.
Jessica Davies
Jessica brings over six years of specialised expertise to Keytek's comprehensive UK location guides, combining meticulous research with genuine local insight. As the architect behind Keytek’s area profiles, she delivers essential intelligence on house prices, crime statistics, schools, and community character—everything you need to know about the city or town.
Armed with a photography degree from the University of Brighton and an exhibited portfolio, Jessica approaches each location asking, "What would it be like to live here?" This perspective transforms dry statistics into lived experience, revealing not just what places cost, but what they truly offer.
Since 2019, Jessica has partnered with Keytek®'s security professionals, weaving real-world safety expertise into every guide. Her work addresses practical realities: Is this neighbourhood genuinely safe? What security considerations matter? How does local infrastructure support daily life?
From bustling cities to quiet villages, Jessica's field research uncovers authentic local character. Her commitment to accuracy and on-the-ground investigation has established her as a trusted voice—helping people navigate different locations across the UK and home security with complete confidence.
