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

Burnham-on-Crouch recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents in December 2023, significantly lower than the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This places the area 33.3% below the national benchmark, reflecting a consistently safer profile compared to the broader UK. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48% of all reported incidents—24 cases in total. This was followed by criminal damage and arson (10%) and vehicle crime (8%), both of which remained well below UK averages. The seasonal context of December, with its dark evenings, holiday-related activity, and empty homes over Christmas, likely influenced patterns, though the overall rate suggests community resilience. Violence and sexual offences, while still the largest category, showed a 7.7% month-on-month decrease from 26 to 24 cases, indicating a potential shift in local dynamics. The area's lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (68% below UK) and public order offences (38% below) suggest effective community management of disorder, though the 200% surge in anti-social behaviour cases from 1 to 3 remains a concern. The relatively low crime rate, combined with the area's likely rural character and smaller population, may contribute to its safer profile compared to more densely populated urban centres.

December 2023 saw notable decreases in violence and sexual offences, falling by 7.7% from 26 to 24 cases, and a 50% reduction in public order offences, which dropped from 6 to 3. These declines suggest potential improvements in community safety initiatives or seasonal factors, such as reduced nightlife activity during the holiday period. However, certain categories rose sharply: anti-social behaviour cases increased by 200% (1 to 3), possession of weapons surged by 100% (0 to 2), and robbery doubled from 0 to 1. These increases may reflect heightened tensions during the festive season or isolated incidents rather than systemic trends. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category, remained 12% below the UK average at 2.3 per 1,000, while criminal damage and arson were 11% below the national rate. Conversely, possession of weapons was 233% above the UK average, highlighting a significant local anomaly. Residents may find the 50% drop in public order offences particularly reassuring, as it suggests fewer disturbances during a typically busy holiday period. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, however, underscores the need for targeted interventions in specific areas or times.

The crime rate in Burnham-on-Crouch for December 2023 was 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a 2.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This slight upward trend contrasts with the area's overall safer profile relative to the UK. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in December, a figure that may appear low but reflects the small population of 10,532 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 211 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Burnham-on-Crouch's crime rate remains lower, with the area's population-scaled perspective emphasizing its status as a safer community. The previous month's rate was marginally lower, suggesting that the December figure may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the holiday period or temporary spikes in specific crime types. The 2.2% increase, though small, highlights the importance of monitoring trends even in areas with historically low crime rates. For residents, the monthly exposure figure of 1-in-211 provides context for understanding the likelihood of encountering crime, reinforcing the area's reputation as a relatively secure place to live compared to the national average.