Farnborough Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Farnborough during June 2024 reflects a notable balance between violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences comprising 33.6% of all reported crimes. This proportion is consistent with the area's character as a built-up urban centre within Rushmoor, where public spaces and community hubs may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour (13.3%) and other theft (10.4%) follow closely, suggesting a mix of localised tensions and retail-focused activity. The overall crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents is 8.5% below the UK average, a figure that aligns with Farnborough's relatively low levels of burglary and vehicle crime compared to national trends. Seasonal context also plays a role: as the summer begins, longer daylight hours may influence patterns of public order offences and anti-social behaviour. The absence of significant spikes in violent crime, despite the start of the summer season, contrasts with other areas where increased foot traffic in tourist spots typically drives similar metrics. This suggests Farnborough's crime dynamics may be shaped more by its commuter-oriented infrastructure and suburban sprawl than by seasonal tourism, though further analysis of local demographics would be required to confirm this hypothesis.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in 'other crime' (+500%), bicycle theft (+250%), and robbery (+150%), indicating potential shifts in criminal activity or reporting practices. These rises occurred alongside a 26.9% drop in shoplifting, which may reflect seasonal changes in retail activity or improved security measures in local stores. The violent crime category remained 9% below the UK average, with a rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents, while anti-social behaviour was 29% below the national benchmark. Conversely, 'other theft' (10.4% of total crimes) was 38% above the UK average, highlighting a localised risk that may relate to Farnborough's retail or transport networks. The significant decline in burglary (-50%) is consistent with the area's 67% below-average rate for this category, a trend that could be influenced by robust community policing or the presence of security systems in residential areas. The rate of vehicle crime (0.6 per 1,000) was 33% above the UK average, a figure that may correlate with the area's commuter traffic patterns or car parks in commercial zones.

Farnborough's crime rate in June 2024 (7.5 per 1,000) was 1.2% lower than the previous month's rate (7.6 per 1,000), indicating a stable trend with minimal month-on-month fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 15 crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 133 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average for most comparable urban areas. This statistic contextualises the crime rate within the local population, showing that while Farnborough is not entirely free of crime, its residents face a lower risk compared to the national average. The population-scaled perspective further reveals that Farnborough's crime profile is shaped by its 60,000-strong community, where the balance of violent and property crimes may be influenced by factors such as housing density, public transport usage, and the presence of local amenities. The stable rate, combined with the area's relatively low levels of burglary and vehicle crime, suggests a consistent baseline of community safety that may be reinforced by local initiatives or environmental design.