The question of how the crime rate in Kirby-le-Soken compares to the Tendring average is a valid one, and the data reveals a significant difference. Kirby-le-Soken, a built-up area within Tendring, has a crime rate of 55.6 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is considerably lower than the Tendring average, which isn't explicitly stated but can be inferred from surrounding areas. For context, nearby Kirby Cross has a rate of 34.4 per 1,000, Frinton-on-Sea reports 71.5 per 1,000, Walton-on-the-Naze experiences 89.3 per 1,000, and Great Holland has a remarkably low rate of 0.0 per 1,000. The UK national average stands at 91.6 incidents per 1,000 people.
Kirby-le-Soken's comparatively low crime rate is further reflected in its safety score of 82 out of 100, which is higher than the UK average of 79. This suggests a perception of greater safety among residents. While the specific data doesn't detail the types of crimes occurring, the overall lower rate indicates a potentially more secure environment compared to both the Tendring and national averages. It's important to remember that crime rates are based on reported incidents and can fluctuate. The variation in crime rates amongst the nearby areas also highlights the localised nature of crime patterns; Great Holland's virtually non-existent crime rate contrasts sharply with Walton-on-the-Naze's higher figure.
It’s also important to consider the population size of Kirby-le-Soken, which is 1510. Smaller populations can sometimes skew crime rate statistics, making comparisons more complex. However, even accounting for this, Kirby-le-Soken's figures remain significantly more favourable than the regional and national benchmarks.