Fremington Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Fremington's crime profile in December 2025, accounting for 61.5% of all reported incidents. This category saw an 166.7% month-on-month increase, rising from 3 to 8 cases, though remaining 42% below the UK average for the same category. The overall crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents placed Fremington 64.3% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, a gap that reflects the area's small population and likely lower exposure to urban crime drivers. Property crimes made up 23.1% of reports, with burglary at 3 incidents (0.6 per 1,000) representing 114% of the UK average for that category. This anomaly suggests local factors—such as the area's built-up character and seasonal dynamics—may be influencing burglary patterns. The December context of Christmas shopping, party season, and prolonged dark evenings likely contributed to the violence spike, as these conditions can increase opportunities for alcohol-fuelled incidents and reduce natural surveillance. Despite the surge in violent crime, Fremington's overall safety profile remains starkly better than the UK average, with anti-social behaviour and other theft both significantly below national rates. The town's low population density and rural-adjacent location may further explain its generally low crime levels, though the violence increase highlights the need for targeted measures during high-risk periods.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 166.7% in December, rising from 3 to 8 incidents. This spike, though concerning, remains 42% below the UK average for the category. Burglary also increased by 50%, moving from 2 to 3 cases, a rate 114% above the UK average for that crime type. Other theft rose sharply from 0 to 1 incident, marking a 100% increase. Anti-social behaviour, by contrast, fell by 50% to 1 incident. The shift in crime mix is notable: violent crimes now dominate at 61.5% of total reports, compared to property crimes at 23.1%. This contrasts with the UK's higher proportion of property crimes. A resident would find the burglary rate's 114% above the UK average particularly relevant, as it highlights a specific vulnerability despite the overall low crime profile. The seasonal context of Christmas shopping and dark evenings may have contributed to the violence increase.

Fremington's crime rate in December 2025 rose 44.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 1.7 to 2.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, remains far below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day in Fremington over the month, a figure that underscores the area's consistently low levels of criminal activity. When considering the monthly exposure, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 403 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the broader population. With a population of 5,235, the town's small size means even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can appear proportionally larger. This context is critical for residents assessing risk: while the 44.2% increase is notable, the overall crime picture remains markedly safer than the UK average, particularly when compared to larger urban centres.