Jaywick Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 saw Jaywick’s crime rate reach 11.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.3% above the UK average of 7.5. This marked a significant shift from the previous month’s rate of 16.4, though the area remains a focal point for violent crime. Of the 59 recorded crimes, 57.6% were violence and sexual offences, far exceeding the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (155% above). Public order offences followed at 11.9%, with a UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour accounted for 10.2%. The dominance of violent crime in Jaywick contrasts with the UK profile, where property crimes typically dominate. Seasonal factors may have influenced patterns: November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night could have increased tensions in the built-up area. The sharp rise in public order offences—up 250% from October—suggests a possible link to community disruptions during the month. Jaywick’s crime profile reflects the challenges of a small built-up area with limited resources to manage spikes in violent and disorderly conduct, a trend that diverges from broader UK trends where property crimes are more prevalent.

Violent crimes remained the largest category in November, accounting for 57.6% of all incidents, with a rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents—155% above the UK average. This stark contrast highlights Jaywick’s unique challenges compared to national trends. Meanwhile, public order offences surged by 250% month-on-month, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This jump may reflect heightened community tensions or the impact of November events such as Bonfire Night. Vehicle crime also saw a 200% increase, with three incidents reported, though this remains below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 (20% above). Other theft and other crime categories both fell by 66.7%, potentially indicating improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such offences. The data also reveals that robbery rates in Jaywick were 100% above the UK average, with one incident recorded—a 100% increase from zero in October. These shifts underscore the volatility of crime patterns in the area, with public order and violent crimes dominating the landscape despite some declines in other categories.

Jaywick’s November crime rate of 11.5 per 1,000 residents represents a 29.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 16.4, marking a notable downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 87 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents within the community. This monthly exposure rate is particularly significant for an area of Jaywick’s size (5,122 residents), where even a relatively low number of crimes can have a visible impact on daily life. When compared to the UK average, Jaywick’s violent crime rate remains substantially higher, though the overall rate has decreased from the previous month. The reduction in total crimes may reflect seasonal factors, such as the end of the busy holiday shopping period in late October, which could have temporarily increased opportunities for theft and other offences. However, the persistent above-average levels of violent crime suggest that underlying issues—such as community dynamics or resource allocation—require ongoing attention.