Tendring Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Tendring, the per-capita crime risk in November 2023 stood at 6.3 incidents per 1,000 people — 16% below the UK average of 7.5. This lower rate translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 159 residents over the course of the month. While the overall figure suggests a relatively safe environment, the distribution of crime types reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half (48.7%) of all recorded crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 20%. This category's prominence may partly explain the area's distinct risk profile, though the exact reasons remain unclear without further analysis. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the crime pattern: Bonfire Night events, Black Friday shopping activity, and the onset of darker evenings could have influenced both violent incidents and property crimes. Anti-social behaviour was 62% below the UK average, suggesting that community cohesion or local policing efforts may be playing a role. The low rates of burglary (41% below UK average) and vehicle crime (60% below) hint at a landscape where property crime is less prevalent than in more densely populated regions. However, the high proportion of violent offences underscores the need for targeted measures to address this specific risk. The interplay between local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and geographic characteristics will likely shape future trends.

November saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other crime increased by 114.3% compared to October, with the number of incidents rising from 14 to 30 — a jump that could reflect heightened activity in areas like retail or local services. Robbery also surged by 100%, doubling from 4 to 8 incidents. These increases may be linked to the timing of Black Friday shopping. Conversely, bicycle theft fell sharply by 63.6% (from 11 to 4), indicating improved security measures or seasonal inactivity. Theft from the person also dropped by 50%. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast between Tendring and the UK average: while violent crimes were 20% higher than national levels, anti-social behaviour was 62% lower. This divergence suggests that local factors — such as community engagement or policing strategies — may be mitigating certain types of disorder. The lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (27% below UK) and burglary (41% below) further highlight Tendring's unique profile, though these figures should be interpreted cautiously given the small absolute numbers involved.

The crime rate in Tendring fell by 14.6% month-on-month, dropping from 7.4 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents in November 2023. This decline brings the area closer to its historical norms, though it remains safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, the local figure of 33 crimes per day provides context for residents: this equates to roughly one incident for every 4.8 hours. While this rate may seem high, the majority of these incidents are non-violent, with property crimes and disorder-related offences forming a significant portion. The monthly exposure figure — one crime for every 159 residents — offers a more tangible sense of risk for individuals living in the area. Comparing this to the previous month's rate, the 14.6% reduction suggests that factors such as seasonal transitions or temporary interventions may have had an impact. However, the persistent gap between Tendring and the UK average — particularly in violent crime — indicates that underlying trends may require further investigation. The contrast between Tendring's low burglary rates and the UK average highlights the area's distinct characteristics, though the exact reasons for this divergence remain unclear without additional data on local demographics and policing practices.