Tendring Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tendring's January 2024 crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents marked a stark contrast to the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, placing it 18.9% below the national figure. This performance was driven by a sharp increase in bicycle theft, which rose by 150% compared to the previous month, a development that defies seasonal expectations for a largely rural area. While violent crimes—accounting for 48.5% of all reported incidents—remained the most prevalent category, they were 12% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The seasonal context of January, with shorter days and post-holiday retail footfall, likely contributed to a subdued overall crime picture, though the spike in bicycle theft suggests an unexpected shift. Property crimes, though lower than violent crimes, still represented 30% of the total, with criminal damage and arson (8.2%) and other theft (7.8%) following closely. The area's low levels of anti-social behaviour (6.5%) and burglary (5.1%)—both significantly below UK averages—underscore the effectiveness of local policing strategies in preventing disorder and residential crime. This data highlights a combination of factors, including the area's rural character, which may limit opportunities for certain crimes, and the need for targeted interventions in areas where bicycle theft has surged.

Bicycle theft in Tendring saw a 150% increase in January 2024, jumping from 4 to 10 incidents—a sharp rise that outpaced all other categories. This surge, despite the post-holiday season typically associated with reduced outdoor activity, raises questions about local vulnerabilities, such as unsecured storage or increased casual cycling during colder months. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 133.3%, from 9 to 21 cases, a troubling trend that may reflect broader issues in youth engagement or unregistered firearm possession. In contrast, vehicle crime dropped by 22.6% (31 to 24), aligning with the seasonal context of reduced retail activity and fewer motor vehicles on the roads. The breakdown of crime types also reveals that Tendring's violent crime rate (2.9 per 1,000) was 12% above the UK average, though this was offset by consistently lower rates in anti-social behaviour (60% below UK average) and burglary (17% below). For residents, the most immediate concern may be the 150% increase in bicycle theft, which suggests a need for enhanced security measures in public spaces or community education on theft prevention.

Tendring's crime rate in January 2024 (6.0 per 1,000) was marginally lower than the previous month's rate (6.1 per 1,000), reflecting a 2.6% decline. This slight downward trend contrasts with the UK-wide average, where Tendring's performance remained stronger. On a daily basis, Tendring recorded approximately 30 crimes per day in January—a figure that, while modest, highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively low-density area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 168 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which is not provided for comparison. This statistic, when contextualised against Tendring's population of 156,759, suggests that the area's residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average. The 18.9% gap between Tendring's rate and the UK's 7.4 per 1,000 underscores the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives, though the recent surge in bicycle theft indicates areas for targeted improvement. This comparison reinforces the notion that Tendring's crime profile, shaped by its rural and semi-rural character, differs markedly from more densely populated urban centres.