Walton-on-the-Naze Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Walton-on-the-Naze’s crime rate in December 2025 stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10% increase over the UK average. This figure is driven primarily by a surge in violent crimes, which accounted for 55.8% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.3 per 1,000, were 67% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the lower rates of vehicle crime, which were 46% below the national figure. The seasonal context of December—characterised by dark evenings, empty homes during holidays, and the peak of Christmas shopping—likely contributes to the elevated levels of violent crime, as well as the unexpected spike in shoplifting. While the town’s coastal location typically sees seasonal fluctuations in tourism-related crimes, the sharp rise in shoplifting cases may indicate a different pattern, possibly linked to local retail activity or increased foot traffic during the festive period. Criminal damage and arson, though lower than in previous months, remained 73% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in addressing property-related offences. The overall crime picture for Walton-on-the-Naze in December reflects a combination of seasonal dynamics and local factors, with violent crime emerging as a critical area for attention.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 100% increase in shoplifting cases, rising from 3 to 6 incidents. This sharp rise, combined with a 100% jump in 'other crime' and drug-related offences, highlights unexpected shifts in crime patterns. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by half, and criminal damage and arson decreased by 14.3%, suggesting some areas of local policing may be effective. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 55.8% of all crimes, a rate 67% above the UK average. Vehicle crime, however, was 46% below the national average, possibly due to fewer vehicles on the roads during the festive period. Residents may find the spike in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it contrasts with the usual seasonal trends seen in other coastal towns.

Walton-on-the-Naze’s crime rate in December 2025 rose to 7.7 per 1,000 residents, a 6.2% increase from the previous month’s 7.3 per 1,000. This places the area 10% above the UK average, though the daily crime count remains relatively low at approximately 2 crimes per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. While the overall rate has climbed, some categories show notable shifts: anti-social behaviour fell by 50%, and criminal damage and arson dropped by 14.3%. These decreases contrast with the sharp rise in shoplifting, which may reflect seasonal factors such as holiday shopping activity. The population context further illustrates that while the area is not immune to crime, the per-capita rate remains a manageable challenge for local authorities and residents.