Jaywick Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Jaywick, 16.4 crimes were reported in August 2023 — more than double the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 61 residents. The risk translates to a daily average of three crimes in this built-up area, with violent crimes forming the largest share of incidents. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.4% of all crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests a local pattern where interpersonal conflicts may contribute to elevated levels of violence. August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and seasonal absences, which could influence crime dynamics. While some categories like shoplifting (1.2% of total crimes) are below the UK average, others — criminal damage and arson (17.9%) — are 360% higher than the national rate. This divergence highlights how local factors, such as community-specific tensions or environmental vulnerabilities, may shape crime profiles differently than broader national trends. The high rate of public order offences (11.9%) further indicates a potential mismatch between community expectations and policing priorities in this area.

August 2023 saw a 66.7% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from nine to 15 incidents. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased property neglect during the summer holidays or targeted vandalism in areas with transient populations. Conversely, burglary decreased by 60%, from five to two cases, potentially reflecting the impact of August being a peak holiday month with more homes unoccupied. Possession of weapons also rose sharply, doubling from zero to two incidents — a figure 471% above the UK average. This anomaly warrants attention, though its cause remains unclear without further data. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark imbalance: violent crimes dominated at 46.4%, compared to property crimes at 26.2% (22 incidents). This violent-crime-heavy profile is consistent with areas where community cohesion is strained. Shoplifting — typically associated with high-footfall retail areas — was 67% below the UK average, suggesting that Jaywick's commercial landscape may not support such activity in the same way as other regions.

The crime rate in August 2023 (16.4 per 1,000) marked a 4.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 17.2 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately three crimes reported each day in Jaywick — a figure that, while modest in absolute terms, reflects the area's compact size and concentrated population. Over the course of the month, the 1-in-61 resident crime exposure rate underscores the personal risk faced by residents, even in a relatively small community. When compared to the UK average, Jaywick's crime rate remains over 100% higher, a disparity that persists despite the month-on-month decline. This contrast highlights how Jaywick's unique demographic and geographic profile — likely shaped by its coastal location and limited urban infrastructure — may contribute to distinct crime patterns. The daily crime count, while locally specific, serves as a tangible reminder of the proximity between residents and criminal activity in this built-up area. These figures also suggest that even modest improvements in crime prevention could have significant effects on perceived safety in Jaywick.