Fareham Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Fareham's crime profile in July 2023 reveals a distinct balance between interpersonal and property-related offences, shaped by the area's coastal character and seasonal rhythms. With a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents—36.1% below the UK average—the town's overall safety stands out, though the composition of crimes tells a more nuanced story. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.6% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent category. This contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up 28% of the total. The prominence of interpersonal crime may reflect Fareham's mix of residential areas and commercial hubs, where social interactions and public spaces create opportunities for such incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 14.3% of total crimes, significantly below the UK average (44% below), possibly due to community-focused policing or the town's generally cohesive social fabric. Shoplifting (10.1%) and criminal damage (9.3%) formed the next major categories, with both rates well below national averages. This pattern aligns with Fareham's status as a coastal town with established retail and leisure sectors, where crime prevention efforts may be more visible. Seasonal factors also played a role, with July's peak tourism and festival season likely contributing to the rise in shoplifting and the notable drop in anti-social behaviour. While the town's overall safety is clear, the prominence of violence and sexual offences highlights areas for targeted intervention, consistent with the need for community-based approaches to address interpersonal crime in mixed-use environments.

July 2023 saw a 50% increase in 'other crime' and 'drugs' offences, with reports rising from 8 to 12 and 10 to 15 respectively. This shift may reflect heightened summer activity in areas with nightlife or informal gatherings. Conversely, robbery cases fell sharply by 75%, from 8 to 2, potentially linked to improved security measures or reduced foot traffic during peak tourist hours. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 32.8% (131 to 88), a notable decrease that contrasts with the 26.5% rise in shoplifting (49 to 62). The latter increase could be tied to summer retail activity, though no direct causal link is confirmed. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (36.6% of total crimes), significantly below the UK average (2.8 per 1,000 vs 2.0 per 1,000). This suggests a unique local dynamic where interpersonal crime is more prominent than property-based offences, a pattern consistent with Fareham's mix of residential and commercial zones.

Fareham's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 9.8% decrease from June's 5.9 per 1,000. This decline places the town firmly below the UK average, with a 36.1% gap between local and national rates. On a daily basis, 20 crimes were reported over the 31 days, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 188 residents over the month. This monthly exposure figure contextualises the rate in human terms, showing that most residents will not experience crime directly. When compared to the previous month, the drop in violence and sexual offences (from 225 to 225—no change) contrasts with the 32.8% reduction in anti-social behaviour, which may reflect seasonal shifts in community activity. The population of 115,428 provides a scale for understanding these figures, with lower rates in property crimes such as burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) compared to UK averages. This suggests a broader pattern of lower-risk environments for certain offence types, consistent with Fareham's character as a coastal town with established community structures.