Farnborough Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Farnborough recorded 344 crimes across a population of nearly 60,000 residents, translating to 5.7 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 14.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, a difference that reflects Farnborough’s position as a built-up area within Rushmoor, which may benefit from localised policing strategies or community engagement initiatives. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (45.6% of total), shoplifting (16.3%), and anti-social behaviour (8.4%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the crime profile, as reduced foot traffic and colder weather may influence both victimisation patterns and offender activity. Violence and sexual offences, while accounting for nearly half of all crimes, remain 11% above the UK average for this category, suggesting that local factors such as the presence of military installations or commuter populations may play a role. Shoplifting, meanwhile, is 45% above the UK average, linked to Farnborough’s retail hubs and high street activity. Anti-social behaviour, however, is 48% below the UK average, due to effective community policing or the area’s character as a relatively stable residential and commercial centre. These patterns highlight the combination of local demographics and environmental factors in shaping crime rates, even within a broader UK context.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with drugs-related offences surging by 150% (from 4 to 10) and theft from the person doubling (from 1 to 2). This increase in drugs-related crime may reflect seasonal patterns, such as the transition from winter to spring, which can influence substance use and related criminal activity. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 69.6% (from 46 to 14), a drop that could be attributed to fewer vehicles on the road during colder months or improved security measures at car parks. Other crime also declined by 58.3% (from 12 to 5), suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic offences as local communities adapted to the season. The breakdown of crimes also reveals that violence and sexual offences remain 11% above the UK average, while shoplifting is 45% above, indicating areas where Farnborough diverges from national trends. Anti-social behaviour, on the other hand, is 48% below the UK average, a stark contrast that may reflect the area’s emphasis on community cohesion or the presence of local amenities that discourage disruptive activity. These findings offer a nuanced view of Farnborough’s crime profile, with certain categories aligning with national patterns and others diverging significantly.

Farnborough’s crime rate in February 2025 (5.7 per 1,000) represents a 24.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.6 per 1,000, marking a substantial downward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 12 crimes reported each day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 174 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average but must be interpreted within the area’s specific demographic and geographic context. With a population of nearly 60,000, Farnborough’s crime statistics must be considered alongside its character as a built-up area within Rushmoor, which may have distinct community dynamics compared to larger urban centres. The significant drop in vehicle crime, for instance, could be attributed to the area’s lower population density or the presence of secure parking facilities. These comparisons underscore the importance of viewing Farnborough’s crime data through both a local and national lens, recognising that while the area performs below the UK average in several categories, certain challenges—such as rising drug-related offences—require targeted attention.