Tendring Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tendring’s overall crime rate in August 2025 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, exactly matching the UK average. This figure masks significant variations in specific categories, most the 3.8 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences—32% above the UK average. This elevated level of violent crime, which accounted for 46.9% of all reported incidents, may be influenced by Tendring’s mix of urban and rural areas, where population density in certain zones could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 45% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Tendring’s relatively low levels of disorderly conduct compared to more densely populated regions. Seasonal factors also played a role: August, as a peak holiday month, saw increased tourism, which likely drove shoplifting and public order offences. However, the rate of shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000) remained 5% below the UK average, due to effective local retail security measures. The data suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, other categories like burglary and vehicle crime are trending downward, aligning with broader patterns observed in similar coastal areas during summer months. These variations highlight the importance of localized crime prevention strategies tailored to Tendring’s unique demographic and geographic profile.

August 2025 saw a striking 180% increase in theft from the person, rising from 5 to 14 incidents—a sharp contrast to the 29% UK average deficit in this category. This surge may reflect heightened foot traffic during the August holiday season, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 45.3%, with 93 incidents reported, significantly outpacing the UK average by 5%. This could be attributed to increased retail activity in Tendring’s coastal and tourist areas during the summer months. Conversely, burglary fell by 45.8%, dropping from 48 to 26 incidents, a decline that may be partly explained by the seasonal vacancy of second homes, which typically raises burglary risks but saw a reduction this month. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 45% below the UK average, with 124 incidents recorded, suggesting local initiatives or community engagement may be contributing to this trend.

Tendring's crime rate in August 2025 dropped by 12.2% compared to the previous month, declining from 9.2 to 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as August is a peak holiday month when tourism surges and temporary populations may disperse, potentially lowering opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 41 crimes per day, reflecting a steady but manageable level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local communities. This rate is consistent with Tendring's population of 156,759, highlighting that crime remains proportionally aligned with national trends despite local variations in specific categories. The decline from July's rate suggests that seasonal shifts—such as the end of the school summer holidays and reduced foot traffic in retail areas—may have contributed to this downward trend.