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

Burnham-on-Crouch’s crime profile in October 2023 reveals a nuanced balance between property and violent crime, with the latter slightly dominating. The overall crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 36.3% below the UK average, a stark contrast to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37% of all incidents, followed by public order (13%) and other theft (11.1%). This distribution suggests that interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct remain significant concerns, while property crimes—such as shoplifting and theft—account for a smaller but still notable share. The seasonal context of October, with darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, may have influenced the increase in public order offences and shoplifting. The area’s relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average could reflect a combination of factors, including a compact built-up area with limited industrial or commercial zones, which may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. However, the rise in possession of weapons—a category 186% above the UK average—introduces an outlier that demands further scrutiny. Overall, the data illustrates a community where violent crime and public disorder are more prevalent than property-related offences, yet the overall rate remains significantly below national benchmarks.

October 2023 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with shoplifting increasing by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and drugs-related offences doubling (from 1 to 2). These spikes contrast with notable decreases in criminal damage and arson, which fell by 57.1%, and bicycle theft, which dropped by 50%. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly, with violent crimes (20 incidents) narrowly outpacing property crimes (18 incidents). This mix suggests a combination of local dynamics and broader trends. For instance, the rise in shoplifting may reflect increased foot traffic during the Halloween period, while the drop in vehicle crime could indicate improved security measures in parking areas. Possession of weapons rose by 100% (from 0 to 2 incidents), a category that is 186% above the UK average. This anomaly deserves closer attention, though the small sample size limits definitive conclusions.

Burnham-on-Crouch’s crime rate remained stable at 5.1 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no major short-term shifts in criminal activity, though local patterns remain distinct from national trends. Daily crime data reveals an average of two reported incidents per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s relatively low overall rate. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 195 residents, a monthly exposure that places the area well below the UK average. When considering population context, the 10,532 residents of Burnham-on-Crouch experienced a crime rate that is 36.3% lower than the national average. This suggests a combination of local factors—such as community policing efforts, low population density, or economic stability—may contribute to the area’s safer profile. The stability in the crime rate also indicates that any seasonal influences, such as Halloween or shorter evenings, did not significantly disrupt the usual pattern of reported incidents.