Frinton-on-Sea Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

April 2023 in Frinton-on-Sea presented an unexpected shift in crime patterns, most the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences, which surged by 175% compared to March. This spike, from four to eleven incidents, marked the most significant monthly movement in the area's crime profile and contrasts with the overall low crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents—34.7% below the UK average. While property crimes accounted for 46.2% of total incidents (12 cases) and violent crimes for 42.3% (11 cases), the most striking anomaly was shoplifting, which remained 212% above the UK average despite a 27.3% monthly decline. The seasonal context of Easter and spring weather likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, potentially influencing both the rise in violent offences and the persistence of shoplifting at coastal retail hubs. Public order offences also rose sharply by 200%, possibly linked to holiday-related disruptions. The area's crime profile remains shaped by its coastal location, with low overall rates but notable variations in specific categories, reflecting the interplay between local demographics and seasonal rhythms.

April 2023 saw a stark rise in violence and sexual offences, jumping from four to eleven incidents—a 175% increase. This marked the most significant monthly shift in the area's crime profile, with public order offences also rising sharply by 200% (from one to three cases). Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 27.3%, dropping from 11 to eight incidents, though it remained 212% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The area's violent crime rate stood at 2.1 per 1,000, 19% below the UK average for this category, highlighting a contrast with national trends. This divergence underscores the influence of local factors, such as the town's coastal character and seasonal activity during Easter, which may have driven the spike in violent incidents despite overall low crime levels.

Frinton-on-Sea's crime rate in April 2023 rose to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a 12.9% increase from March's 4.3 per 1,000. This places the area 34.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, though the upward trend from the previous month suggests shifting dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day in April, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,302 residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 204 residents. When scaled to the population, this indicates that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than the UK average, though the recent uptick in violent offences may signal localized pressures. The daily crime count, while minimal, is a useful metric for residents to contextualize the frequency of incidents within their immediate environment.