Marske-by-the-Sea Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2025, Marske-by-the-Sea recorded 59 crimes across a population of 7,216, translating to a crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents — 6.5% above the UK average. This figure, while modest in absolute terms, represents a sharp departure from the previous month’s rate of 4.0 per 1,000, which underscores the volatility of crime trends in the area. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.2% of all reported incidents (19 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (27.1%, 16 cases) and public order offences (8.5%, 5 cases). These patterns align with the seasonal context of April, a time of year when coastal areas like Marske-by-the-Sea often experience increased tourism and outdoor activity, potentially contributing to higher rates of public disorder. The violence and sexual offences category, at 2.6 per 1,000, matches the UK average exactly, suggesting that this type of crime is not uniquely concentrated in the area. However, anti-social behaviour and public order offences are significantly above the UK average, with the former at 65% above and the latter at 30% above. This disparity may reflect local factors such as the community’s proximity to major transport routes or the influence of transient populations during the Easter holiday period. The relatively low levels of shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) and criminal damage and arson (0.3 per 1,000), both below UK averages, could indicate that targeted policing or community initiatives have had some impact on deterring property-related crimes. Overall, the crime profile of Marske-by-the-Sea in April 2025 illustrates a combination of seasonal fluctuations, local demographics, and the effectiveness of crime prevention measures.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 166.7% increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from 6 to 16. This spike, coupled with a 150.0% rise in public order offences (from 2 to 5), indicates a significant shift in the crime mix towards non-violent but disruptive incidents. These increases may be linked to the Easter holiday period, which often brings higher foot traffic and transient populations to coastal areas. Conversely, shoplifting and criminal damage and arson both declined by 60.0% and 50.0% respectively, suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes during the month. Anti-social behaviour in Marske-by-the-Sea is now 65% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect local factors such as community dynamics or policing strategies. Meanwhile, possession of weapons — at 0.4 per 1,000 — is 471% above the UK average, a figure that may warrant closer attention from local authorities. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 166.7% jump in anti-social behaviour, which directly impacts the quality of life in the area.

Marske-by-the-Sea's crime rate in April 2025 (8.2 per 1,000 residents) represents a 103.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.0 per 1,000. This jump places the area at 6.5% above the UK average, a position that has likely intensified concerns for local residents. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects a sharp upward trend compared to March. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 122 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the area's population of 7,216, suggests that the impact of crime is not uniformly distributed but concentrated in specific pockets. This monthly aggregate highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour and public order offences have surged. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Marske-by-the-Sea's crime profile, though not extreme, demands attention to local factors that may be amplifying the rate, such as increased foot traffic during Easter or seasonal shifts in community activity.