Frinton-on-Sea Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Frinton-on-Sea's overall crime rate in April 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 39.0% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area's relative safety, particularly for property-related crimes. The most prevalent crime type was shoplifting, which accounted for 32% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, with Frinton-on-Sea recording 1.5 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect the area's retail presence, as the coastal resort attracts seasonal visitors during the Easter period. Vehicle crime followed closely, making up 16% of all crimes, with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000—70% above the UK average. This could be linked to the influx of holidaymakers, who may leave vehicles unattended or parked in less secure locations. Anti-social behaviour also featured prominently, contributing 16% of total crimes, though its rate was 34% below the UK average. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and spring weather—likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, influencing patterns of both retail and public space crimes. While the overall rate remains low, the sharp divergence in specific categories underscores the need for targeted local analysis.

April 2024 saw a 300% month-on-month increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This surge, which places the local rate 70% above the UK average, may be tied to the Easter holiday period, when more vehicles are parked in residential areas or near coastal attractions. Simultaneously, anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences both doubled compared to March, with the former now at 0.8 per 1,000—16% of total crimes. This shift contrasts with a 25% decrease in public order offences, which fell from 4 to 3. Shoplifting remained the most common crime, accounting for 32% of all reports, but its rate of 1.5 per 1,000 is 124% above the UK average. This discrepancy may indicate a specific vulnerability in local retail environments, exacerbated by the area's status as a tourist destination. Meanwhile, theft from the person and other theft crimes remained near UK levels, with the former showing a 5% increase. These variations in crime type distribution suggest that while Frinton-on-Sea maintains a generally low crime profile, certain categories warrant closer scrutiny due to their deviation from national trends.

April's crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 marked a 31.8% increase from March's 3.6 per 1,000, reflecting a noticeable upward trend. This shift, though modest in absolute terms, translates to one reported crime for every 212 residents over the course of the month—a figure that, while low, may raise concerns for a community accustomed to even lower rates. Daily crime statistics show an average of one incident per day, a rate that, while not alarming, is worth noting for residents planning outdoor activities or visiting the area. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises these figures: with 5,302 residents, the monthly exposure of one crime per 212 people underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up coastal area. This compares favourably to UK-wide averages, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. However, the localised spikes in specific crime categories—such as vehicle crime and shoplifting—suggest that while Frinton-on-Sea remains statistically safer than the national average, targeted interventions may be necessary to address emerging patterns. The area's character as a seasonal tourist destination likely plays a role in these fluctuations, with temporary increases in foot traffic and vehicle presence influencing crime dynamics.