Clacton-on-Sea Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Clacton-on-Sea’s March 2024 crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents—29.9% above the UK average—reveals a stark outlier in violent crime, which was 84% higher than the national average. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 48.8% of all crimes, with 261 incidents reported, while public order offences rose 85% above the UK average. This pattern contrasts with anti-social behaviour, which was 22% below the UK average, suggesting varying success in addressing different crime types. The area’s coastal location and seasonal transition to spring may influence these trends, as lengthening evenings and tourist activity could drive public order issues. However, the sharp rise in possession of weapons—up 175% from 4 to 11 cases—suggests emerging pressures that may require targeted interventions. Meanwhile, bicycle theft spiked by 133%, linked to increased cycling during milder weather, while vehicle crime fell sharply, indicating local factors that may mitigate certain risks. These figures highlight the need for nuanced strategies that address both the unique challenges of Clacton’s environment and the broader national context.

March 2024 saw a 175% surge in possession of weapons, rising from 4 to 11 cases—a sharp increase that may reflect heightened tensions or unaddressed social issues. Bicycle theft also spiked by 133%, from 3 to 7 incidents, potentially linked to the area’s cycling infrastructure or seasonal patterns. In contrast, vehicle crime fell 53.3% to 7 cases, aligning with broader UK trends but highlighting local variations. Robbery rates dropped 83.3%, from 12 to 2, a decline that may be attributable to increased police presence or community vigilance. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained 22% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in this category. These shifts underscore the combination of crime types and local factors, with some categories defying national trends while others mirror them closely.

Clacton-on-Sea’s crime rate in March 2024 rose 7.0% from the previous month, reaching 10.0 per 1,000 residents. This equates to roughly 17 crimes reported daily, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 100 residents over the course of the month. While the area’s population of 53,342 means individual risk remains low, the persistent gap from the UK average—where rates are 7.7 per 1,000—highlights systemic challenges. Vehicle crime in Clacton was 79% below the UK average, potentially reflecting local factors such as lower car density or effective community policing. However, the sharp rise in possession of weapons—up 175% from 4 to 11 cases—suggests emerging pressures that may require targeted interventions. These figures, when contextualised with the area’s coastal character and seasonal transitions, offer a nuanced view of how local conditions shape crime trends.