Fareham Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Fareham’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, 41.3% below the UK average of 7.5. This marked disparity underscores the area’s generally lower crime profile, a trend consistent with its character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.2% of all incidents. Despite this, the rate for such offences in Fareham was 1.8 per 1,000, 31% below the UK average of 2.6. This suggests that while violent crime remains a significant category, local factors—such as community policing or demographic composition—may contribute to its lower incidence compared to national levels. Public order offences (9.8% of total) and criminal damage (9.1%) followed closely, with both categories also recording rates below the UK average. The month’s context, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may have influenced patterns of public order offences and retail-related crimes. The rate for bicycle theft was 100% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect Fareham’s limited cycling infrastructure or effective local deterrents. These patterns collectively illustrate a community with relatively low overall crime, but with specific areas requiring targeted attention.

November 2023 saw a striking 400% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from one to five. This jump, though small in absolute terms, signals a notable shift in crime dynamics. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 60.2% (from 103 to 41), a reduction consistent with local policing initiatives or seasonal factors such as shorter evenings. Bicycle theft also fell by 54.5%, from 11 to 5, a trend that may reflect heightened awareness or improved security measures during the month. The overall crime mix remains skewed toward violent crimes, which account for 40.2% of all incidents—higher than the UK average for this category. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, are 31% below the UK rate, illustrating Fareham’s distinct profile. These findings highlight both areas of concern and progress, offering residents concrete insights into local crime patterns.

Fareham's crime rate in November 2023 fell to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 20.6% drop from the previous month’s rate of 5.5. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in local data over recent months. On a daily basis, 17 crimes were reported across the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the area’s generally lower crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 227 residents, highlighting the relatively low exposure to crime in Fareham. With a population of 115,428, the monthly exposure statistic contextualises the scale of incidents in relation to the local community. While the overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, the shift in crime patterns—particularly the marked reduction in anti-social behaviour—suggests potential factors influencing local policing or community engagement efforts. This data provides a tangible measure of safety for residents, with the daily crime count offering a straightforward reference point for understanding crime frequency in the area.