Marske-by-the-Sea Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Marske-by-the-Sea’s crime profile in October 2024, accounting for 38.5% of the 39 total reported crimes. This category, which recorded 15 incidents, had a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents—21% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 was 33.3% lower than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a figure that positions Marske-by-the-Sea as one of the safer built-up areas in England and Wales. Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and shoplifting (5 incidents) followed as the second and third most common crime types, with the former contributing 15.4% of the total and the latter 12.8%. The seasonal context of October—marked by shorter evenings, the clocks going back, and Halloween—likely influenced patterns of crime, particularly in public spaces. The relatively low rate of violent crime may be linked to the area’s small population and the absence of large-scale commercial or nightlife hubs that typically drive such incidents. However, the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour could reflect heightened social activity during the month, while the low rate of burglary (1 incident) suggests that local security measures or the area’s residential character may deter property-related crimes. The data also highlights the underrepresentation of certain crime categories, such as public order offences (2 incidents), which were 46% below the UK average. These findings illustrate a combination of local demographics, seasonal factors, and the built environment, all of which shape the area’s unique crime profile.

Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant crime category in October 2024, comprising 38.5% of all reported crimes. This category saw a UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, meaning Marske-by-the-Sea’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000 was 21% below the national benchmark. Anti-social behaviour increased sharply by 100%, rising from three to six incidents, a trend that may reflect heightened social interactions during the Halloween period. Conversely, burglary fell by 50%, dropping from two to one incident, possibly linked to increased police patrols or community vigilance. The category of 'other crime' saw a 100% increase, jumping from zero to five reports, a figure that significantly exceeds the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000 by 289%. This anomaly suggests the need for further analysis to identify emerging patterns. Residents may find the 38.5% share of violent crimes useful in understanding the local crime profile.

Marske-by-the-Sea’s crime rate in October 2024 rose 11.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.9 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, highlights a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may seem low but reflects the small population of 7,216. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 185 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure statistic provides a clear snapshot of how crime impacts individual residents. The population size, combined with the low crime rate, suggests that local policing efforts and community engagement may be effectively mitigating risks. However, the 11.3% increase from September raises questions about whether temporary factors, such as seasonal changes or localized events, influenced the uptick.