Marske-by-the-Sea Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Marske-by-the-Sea's crime profile in November 2023 reveals a delicate balance between property and violent crime, with 15 property crimes and 14 violent crimes reported. This near parity contrasts with the UK average of 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, as the area's rate of 5.5 per 1,000 marks a 26.7% deficit. The breakdown of incidents underscores the dominance of violence and sexual offences (35% of total crimes), followed by shoplifting (25%), though the latter's rate is 155% above the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to seasonal factors, including the influx of shoppers during Black Friday and the disruption caused by Bonfire Night, which could have created transient opportunities for retail crime. Conversely, the area's lower rates of anti-social behaviour (43% below UK average) and vehicle crime (80% below) suggest a more stable community environment, influenced by the area's rural character and limited urban infrastructure. November's darker evenings and reduced pedestrian activity may have also contributed to the decline in vehicle-related offences, as fewer people are present in parking areas. The overall crime rate, however, remains a testament to the area's generally safe conditions, despite the spikes in specific categories. This data invites consideration of how local geography, seasonal events, and community dynamics interact to shape crime patterns, even within a broader context of national trends.

November 2023 saw a sharp 100% increase in drugs-related crimes, rising from zero to two incidents, alongside a similar spike in 'other crime' (0 to 2). These jumps contrast with significant declines in vehicle crime (-66.7%) and criminal damage and arson (-66.7%), likely influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter evenings reducing opportunities for vehicle-related offences. The balance between property and violent crime remained closely aligned, with property crimes (15) narrowly edging out violent crimes (14), though both categories diverged from UK averages: violent crime rates were 27% below the UK norm, while shoplifting rates were 155% above, a stark contrast highlighting the area's unique crime profile. This disparity may reflect local characteristics, such as the impact of seasonal retail activity on shoplifting rates, despite the overall lower crime environment.

Marske-by-the-Sea's crime rate in November 2023 dropped 34.4% from the previous month's 8.5 per 1,000 to 5.5 per 1,000, reflecting a marked decline in reported incidents. This reduction aligns with the area's generally low crime profile, though November's seasonal factors—such as shorter evenings and Black Friday shopping—could have influenced activity patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the month, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When scaled to the local population of 7,216, this translates to one reported crime for every 180 residents over the course of November. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would require a more granular breakdown to compare directly. The drop in crime may also reflect the impact of local initiatives or seasonal changes in community activity, though no specific interventions are documented in the data.