Farnborough Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Farnborough's crime rate stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7% above the UK average of 7.1. This translates to a risk of one reported crime for roughly every 132 residents over the course of the month. The area's crime profile reveals a distinct pattern: violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.8% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (17.0%) and vehicle crime (10.1%). These figures suggest a mix of urban dynamics typical of a built-up area within a commuter belt, where retail hubs and transport infrastructure may contribute to specific crime trends. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as January is a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may have influenced the frequency of outdoor crimes. While violent crime rates aligned with the UK average, shoplifting and vehicle crime far exceeded national norms, reflecting the area's commercial activity and vehicle density. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, saw a significant 105% increase month-on-month, linked to colder weather and indoor congregation patterns. The data illustrates a combination of local characteristics and seasonal rhythms, where understanding the per-capita risk helps contextualise these figures for residents and visitors alike.

January 2025 saw stark shifts in Farnborough's crime profile, with burglary rates surging by 157.1% compared to December 2024, driven from 7 to 18 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 109.1% increase in vehicle crime (22 to 46) and a 105.3% rise in anti-social behaviour (19 to 39), highlights a marked uptick in property-related offences. Shoplifting remains a persistent concern, with rates at 1.3 per 1,000 residents—110% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be attributed to the area's retail presence, which could attract opportunistic theft. Conversely, drug-related crime fell sharply by 66.7% (12 to 4), reflecting seasonal patterns or reduced social interaction during colder months. The monthly data also reveals that violence and sexual offences, though not exceeding the UK average, accounted for over a third of all crimes, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones. For residents, the daily crime count of 15 incidents provides a tangible measure of local exposure, underscoring the importance of community vigilance and policing strategies.

Farnborough's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 7.6 per 1,000 residents, a 32.3% increase from December's 5.7 per 1,000. This surge translates to 15 reported crimes per day on average, a figure that, while localised, offers insight into the daily realities of living in the area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 132 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against the population of 59,891, illustrates the scale of incidents relative to the community size. Comparing this to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, Farnborough's rate places it slightly above the national norm. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate is elevated, the distribution of crime types varies significantly. For instance, shoplifting and vehicle crime are high, whereas drug-related offences and theft from the person are lower than the UK average. This contrast suggests that local factors—such as retail density and transport infrastructure—play a more significant role in shaping Farnborough's crime profile than broader national trends. Understanding these nuances allows for more targeted approaches to community safety and resource allocation.