Brightlingsea Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brightlingsea's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 48.0% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This coastal town within Tendring, known for its historic harbour and tourist attractions, reported a crime profile shaped by seasonal rhythms and local demographics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 61.8% of all reported incidents—21 cases in total. This category, at 2.4 per 1,000, was 7% below the UK average for the same category. Criminal damage and arson followed, making up 17.7% of crimes, though this figure was 19% higher than the UK average for the category. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.3 per 1,000, was 71% below the UK rate, reflecting the area's relatively low levels of such disturbances. The month's seasonal context—Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evening darkness—likely influenced patterns, with violence and sexual offences potentially linked to increased social interactions during darker hours. The overall rate, while lower than the UK average, shows a nuanced picture: while violent crime remains a focus, property-related offences were less frequent, consistent with the area's character as a tourist destination where residential populations may be smaller relative to visitor numbers.

November 2023 saw significant month-on-month shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences surged by 75%, rising from 12 to 21 cases—a jump that may reflect increased social activity during the month's darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, increasing by 200% as the category grew from one to three incidents. Other crime, previously unreported, rose by 100% with a single incident recorded. Conversely, other theft, public order, and vehicle crime all declined. Other theft dropped by 80%, from five to one case, potentially linked to reduced retail activity post-Black Friday. Public order offences fell by 66.7%, from three to one, and vehicle crime decreased by 50%, from two to one. These shifts highlight a mixed picture: while violent crime and anti-social behaviour climbed, property-related offences saw notable reductions. The category of criminal damage and arson, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 19% above the UK average for the same category, suggesting local factors—seasonal maintenance or events—may have contributed. In contrast, anti-social behaviour was 71% below the UK average, reinforcing the area's generally lower levels of such disturbances. Residents might note the decline in vehicle crime, which could indicate improved security measures or reduced car-related activity during the month.

Brightlingsea's crime rate in November 2023 rose by 9.6% compared to the previous month's 3.5 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a rate that would mean one reported crime for every 258 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure, while low, shows a slight upward trend from the previous month. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the area's crime profile is markedly different from the UK average: for instance, violent crime is 7% below the UK rate, while anti-social behaviour is 71% lower. The town's smaller population and coastal character likely contribute to these disparities, with fewer densely populated areas typically associated with higher crime rates. The increase from 3.5 to 3.9 per 1,000, though modest, may reflect seasonal factors such as the timing of Bonfire Night or the influx of visitors during the month. Despite this, the overall rate remains a stark contrast to the UK average, with the area's crime picture illustrating a combination of local demographics, geography, and seasonal influences that keep rates lower than national trends.