Burnham-on-Crouch Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burnham-on-Crouch recorded a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents in August 2023, placing it 37% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure underscores the area's generally low crime profile, which has been consistently maintained across recent months. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.6% of all reported incidents (23 cases), followed by other theft (13%, 7 cases) and criminal damage and arson (11.1%, 6 cases). The seasonal context of August—typically a peak holiday month—may have influenced these patterns, though the data shows no significant correlation between tourism and the overall crime rate. The area's lower-than-average rates for violent crime (17% below UK average) and property crime (vehicle crime 80% below UK average) suggest effective community policing or environmental factors that deter criminal activity. However, the rise in other theft and anti-social behaviour during the month indicates potential vulnerabilities that require further attention. The relatively low crime rate is consistent with Burnham-on-Crouch's character as a small, coastal built-up area within Maldon, where the combination of rural surroundings and limited urban density may contribute to its secure environment. These patterns will need to be monitored in subsequent months to determine whether they represent temporary fluctuations or more enduring trends.

The most dramatic shift in August 2023 was the 250% increase in other theft, with incidents rising from 2 to 7. This jump outpaced all other categories and may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as increased foot traffic during the summer holiday period. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 150%, climbing from 2 to 5 cases, potentially linked to the area's transient population during peak tourist season. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 75%, declining from 4 to 1, a reduction that could indicate successful local policing efforts or changes in retail security. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 42.6% of all incidents, though their rate was 17% below the UK average. Vehicle crime dropped by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, a decline that may be partly explained by reduced vehicle movement during the summer holidays. These contrasting trends highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local crime patterns in Burnham-on-Crouch.

Burnham-on-Crouch's crime rate in August 2023 remained stable compared to July, declining by just 1.7% to 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents from 5.2. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate and reflects the area's generally secure environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 195 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low risk faced by the population. When scaled to the area's population of 10,532, this monthly exposure rate highlights the rarity of crime in Burnham-on-Crouch compared to the UK average. The stability in crime rates contrasts with the significant fluctuations observed in specific categories, suggesting that broader trends may be influenced by localized factors rather than systemic changes in criminal activity.