WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Essex Police Police

brightlingsea Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for brightlingsea, localized within tendring.

Safety Rating

Moderate

Crime Rate

5.7per 1k

Total Population

7,366

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences23

Other Theft5

Anti-social Behaviour3

Criminal Damage & Arson3

Vehicle Crime2

Shoplifting2

Public Order2

Drug Offences2

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Windsor Court Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Theatre/Concert Hall Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Supermarket Map	Shoplifting: 2	2
On or near Marennes Crescent Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Victoria Place Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Regent Road Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Lower Park Road Map	Other theft: 1	1
On or near Campernell Close Map	Criminal damage and arson: 1	1
On or near Waterside Map	Drugs: 1	1
On or near Fordwich Road Map	Anti-social behaviour: 1	1