Fremington Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In Fremington, the balance between property and violent crime in January 2026 reveals a distinct pattern: violent crimes accounted for 63.6% of all reported incidents, compared to 36.4% for property crimes. This stark contrast suggests that local factors—such as community dynamics, social interactions, or environmental conditions—may play a role in shaping crime trends. The overall crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents places Fremington significantly below the UK average of 6.8, a gap of 69.1%. This suggests a relatively safe environment, though the dominance of violent crime over property crime is notable. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, with 7 incidents recorded. This category alone was 48% below the UK average, which may reflect a combination of local policing strategies, community engagement, or demographic characteristics. Seasonal context also appears relevant: January, a post-holiday month with reduced retail activity and shorter days, typically sees fewer outdoor crimes. However, the persistence of violent incidents despite lower footfall could indicate localized tensions or other factors, such as the area's built-up nature within North Devon, which may foster more interpersonal interactions. The low rates of property crime—particularly burglary, which was 29% below the UK average—could be attributed to effective home security measures, lower population density, or the area’s character as a smaller, more closely-knit community. These findings highlight the need to consider both seasonal and geographic influences when interpreting crime patterns in Fremington.

The month-on-month analysis reveals a shift in crime dynamics, with violent crimes decreasing by 12.5% (from 8 to 7 incidents), while criminal damage and arson surged by 100% (from 0 to 2). This increase in vandalism may indicate targeted incidents or a response to local events, though the small sample size limits definitive conclusions. The dominance of violent crime—63.6% of total incidents—contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 48% of all crimes. Fremington’s rate of 1.3 per 1,000 for violent crimes is 48% below the UK average, a significant discrepancy that could reflect effective community policing, lower socioeconomic pressures, or demographic factors. Meanwhile, burglary dropped by 66.7%, from 3 to 1 incident, a decrease that aligns with the area’s low property crime rates overall. For residents, the most immediately relevant insight is the relatively low daily crime count: with 11 total crimes over 31 days, the likelihood of encountering a crime in Fremington on any given day is effectively zero. This statistic, combined with the area’s overall safety profile, may provide reassurance to those living or visiting the region.

Fremington’s January 2026 crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 15.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.5, indicating a downward trend in local crime. When contextualized against the UK average, this rate is 69.1% below the national figure of 6.8, underscoring Fremington’s position as a safer area. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 0 crimes per day in January, a figure that, while statistically low, may be interpreted as a reflection of either genuine safety or underreporting. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 476 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low frequency of incidents affecting any individual. This is further amplified by the area’s small population of 5,235, which means that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have a visible impact on the local community. When compared to other built-up areas in North Devon, Fremington’s crime profile appears distinct, with violent crimes dominating over property crimes—a pattern that contrasts with the UK average, where property crime typically accounts for a larger share. This divergence may be influenced by the area’s character as a smaller, more rural built-up zone, where social interactions and community structures differ from larger urban centres. The combination of low overall crime rates and the specific balance between violent and property crime provides a nuanced picture of Fremington’s safety landscape.