Fareham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Fareham, the crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents in February 2026 means that statistically, one in every 215 people in the area experienced a reported crime during the month. This figure places Fareham significantly below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a gap of 26.6% that underscores the area's relatively secure environment. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (208 cases, 38.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (61 cases, 11.3%) and public order offences (49 cases, 9.1%). These patterns may reflect the area's mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where high-traffic zones could contribute to public order issues. Seasonal factors likely influenced the data, as February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—may have dampened opportunities for certain crimes. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests that targeted policing and community initiatives could remain priorities. Fareham's crime profile contrasts with the UK average in several categories: anti-social behaviour is 45% below the national rate, while shoplifting is 31% below. These disparities indicate that Fareham's social fabric and local enforcement strategies may contribute to lower rates of these specific offences. The pre-spring lull in activity, combined with the area's population density and infrastructure, likely shape the crime profile in ways distinct from more densely populated or industrial regions.

February 2026 saw notable fluctuations in crime patterns across Fareham. Theft from the person surged by 400% (from 1 to 5 cases), a stark increase that may reflect heightened caution from residents during winter months. Robbery also rose by 80% (from 5 to 9 cases), though these figures remain below the UK average for their categories. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 19.1% (from 257 to 208 cases), potentially linked to the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity. Bicycle theft dropped by 42.9% (from 7 to 4 cases), which aligns with lower foot traffic during colder months. Fareham's violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) is 22% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) is 45% below the national figure. These disparities suggest Fareham's social dynamics differ from broader UK trends, with community engagement likely playing a role in reducing anti-social incidents.

Fareham's crime rate in February 2026 fell to 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 2.9% decrease from the previous month's 4.8 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts in the UK, with crime rates 26.6% below the national average of 6.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 19 crimes were reported across Fareham's 115,428 residents in February, translating to roughly one crime for every 215 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the relatively low risk residents face compared to other areas. While the overall rate is down, the balance between property and violent crime has shifted slightly, with violent offences accounting for 38.7% of total crimes. This contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime constitutes 22% of the national total. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Fareham's residents are less likely to encounter crime than the UK average, though localised patterns in specific offence types remain important to monitor.