The major risks in Foxton Beach are a 16 bed rest home, two camping grounds, one service station, one high pressure chlorine water treatment plant, motel, and primary school.

Foxton Beach is a mid coastal town situated 5kms from Foxton township. It has a population of about 3,000 people but over the summer months this can increase to 13,000. The town is predominantly residential with approximately 80% permanent residents and 20% holiday accommodation.