Fareham Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Fareham’s December 2025 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents marked a significant improvement, sitting 41.4% below the UK average of 7.0. This figure reflects a broader trend of declining crime in the area, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and theft from the person, which were both well below national averages. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for nearly half of all reported crimes, though their rate (2.0 per 1,000) was 22% below the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to Fareham’s suburban character, where community policing and local initiatives have likely contributed to lower rates of violent crime compared to more densely populated urban areas. Seasonal factors also played a role: the Christmas shopping peak and dark evenings may have influenced patterns, with shoplifting and public order offences seeing notable reductions. However, the increase in burglary and vehicle crime highlights the combination of seasonal changes and crime dynamics. These trends underscore the importance of adapting strategies to local rhythms, ensuring that efforts to maintain safety remain responsive to shifting conditions.

December saw notable reductions in crimes linked to personal safety, including an 85.7% drop in possession of weapons (from 7 to 1 cases) and a 75% decrease in theft from the person (from 4 to 1). These declines align with seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and holiday-related activities may have discouraged certain types of criminal behaviour. Conversely, burglary increased by 33.3% (from 9 to 12 cases), potentially reflecting the emptying of homes during the festive season. Vehicle crime also rose by 11.1% (from 9 to 10), which could be tied to increased holiday travel or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 48.6% of all crimes, but this rate was 22% below the UK average. The sharp drop in anti-social behaviour (57% below the UK average) suggests that community engagement efforts may be yielding positive results, though further analysis would be needed to confirm causal links.

Fareham's crime rate in December 2025 dropped by 21.2% compared to November, falling from 5.2 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area 41.4% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects sustained efforts in community policing and local initiatives. On a daily basis, 15 crimes were reported across Fareham’s 115,428 residents, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 246 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of how frequently crime intersects with everyday life in the area, though it remains significantly lower than national benchmarks. The population context further highlights the disparity: with 115,428 residents, Fareham’s smaller crime numbers underscore its relative safety compared to larger urban centres where crime rates tend to be higher. These metrics, while localised, offer a clear contrast to the UK average and suggest that Fareham’s crime profile is shaped by its suburban character and community-focused strategies.