Bexhill-on-Sea Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Bexhill-on-Sea’s crime profile in November 2023, accounting for 42.2% of all reported crimes — a rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents, 16% above the UK average. This stark contrast to the area’s overall crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000, which is 5.3% below the UK average, highlights a combination of violent crime trends and property crime dynamics. The area’s built-up coastal character, with a mix of residential zones, retail hubs, and seasonal tourism activity, likely contributes to this pattern. Violent crime rates in Bexhill have historically been influenced by the town’s proximity to major transport links and the presence of local nightlife venues, which may see increased activity during darker winter evenings. Seasonal factors in November — including Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and reduced daylight hours — may have amplified tensions in public spaces. Property crime, while lower than the UK average, remained a concern, with shoplifting and criminal damage reporting rates above national benchmarks. The area’s relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates, however, suggest effective community policing or environmental design measures in residential areas. This month’s data underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones, particularly during periods of heightened social activity.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in theft from the person (+200%), possession of weapons (+100%), and other crime (+100%), all of which may reflect the impact of Black Friday shopping and Bonfire Night events. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 38.5% — possibly linked to reduced traffic during the holiday season or improved parking security measures. Public order offences, though still 13% above the UK average, dropped by 37.5% from October, indicating a potential short-term effect of seasonal transitions. The area’s violent crime rate remains a key outlier, with violence and sexual offences at 3.0 per 1,000 — significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This disparity is notable given Bexhill’s generally lower overall crime rate, suggesting localized factors such as specific venue dynamics or demographic patterns may be at play. Residents may find the 13% month-on-month decline in overall crime rates (from 8.1 to 7.1 per 1,000) a positive sign, though the persistence of above-average violent crime requires continued attention from local authorities.

Bexhill-on-Sea’s crime rate in November 2023 (7.1 per 1,000) marked a 13.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a positive short-term trend. Over the course of the month, this translated to roughly 10 crimes reported per day — a figure that, while locally relevant, must be contextualised within the area’s population of 44,697. On a monthly basis, this equates to one reported crime for every 142 residents, a ratio that provides a tangible sense of the scale of incidents experienced by the community. When compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, Bexhill’s rate is 5.3% lower, but this overall figure masks significant variations in specific crime types. For instance, while anti-social behaviour and burglary rates are below the UK average, the higher-than-expected violent crime rate suggests that certain local factors — such as the town’s coastal demographics or seasonal events — may be exerting a disproportionate influence on crime patterns. This nuanced picture underscores the importance of tailoring crime prevention strategies to the unique characteristics of Bexhill-on-Sea, rather than relying solely on national benchmarks.