Fakenham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Fakenham, 6.7 crimes were reported in July 2025—a rate 22.1% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes in the built-up area, a context that helps residents gauge their personal exposure. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences (24 incidents, 44.4% of total), public order (8, 14.8%), and shoplifting (6, 11.1%). These patterns align with Fakenham's seasonal rhythm: July, a peak summer month with schools out, tourism at its height, and festivals drawing visitors. The high proportion of violent crimes may reflect increased social interactions during events, though the rate remains 1% below the UK average for this category. Public order offences, however, surged to 56% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could be explained by the area's compact built-up environment and the concentration of activity during summer evenings. Shoplifting, while down from June, still exceeds the UK rate, due to the town's retail presence. The lower rates of anti-social behaviour (68% below UK average) and vehicle crime (23% below) suggest that Fakenham's relatively small population and rural proximity may reduce opportunities for these types of offences. These figures collectively illustrate a community where crime remains low overall, but where targeted efforts during peak summer months could further mitigate risks.

July 2025 saw a 300% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 8 incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month. This spike, combined with a 200% rise in criminal damage and arson, suggests a shift in crime patterns linked to summer festivals and extended public hours. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 42.9%, possibly due to targeted local initiatives or seasonal changes in community dynamics. Shoplifting decreased by 40%, from 10 to 6 incidents, though it remains 8% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. Violent crimes accounted for 44.4% of total incidents, a proportion that is 1% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. These shifts highlight a combination of local events and crime types, with public order offences emerging as a key concern for residents.

Fakenham's crime rate in July 2025 rose by 7.9% compared to June's 6.2 per 1,000 residents. below the UK average. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day in the built-up area, a figure that may help residents contextualise daily risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 150 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The population of 8,079 means that individual risk remains proportionally low, though the shift in crime types—particularly the surge in public order offences—suggests a need for vigilance during peak summer activity. While the overall rate is still below the UK average, the 56% increase in public order crimes compared to the UK's 0.6 per 1,000 highlights a localised challenge that differs from national trends.