Farnborough Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Farnborough’s crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000, placing it 12.2% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This overall rate masks a combination of property and violent crime, with the latter dominating the profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.6% of all crimes, the highest share, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.3%) and shoplifting (13.2%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university—may have influenced these patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging as new students and residents settled into the area. However, the drop in violent crimes compared to August (61.2%) contrasts with the sharp rise in property-related offences, particularly shoplifting, which exceeded the UK average by 48%. This balance suggests a possible shift in criminal focus from interpersonal violence to opportunistic theft, potentially linked to the area’s retail presence and the increased foot traffic associated with the academic calendar. The UK comparison underscores Farnborough’s relative safety, but the surge in anti-social behaviour indicates areas for further attention. The presence of shoplifting as a significant category, combined with the UK average comparison, highlights the need for tailored strategies to address both property and public order issues. With 59,891 residents, the 386 total crimes reported in September represent a manageable but noticeable level of activity, one that must be contextualised within the broader trends of the built-up area and its proximity to major transport links.

September 2025 saw dramatic shifts in Farnborough’s crime profile. Anti-social behaviour surged by 5,400% (1 to 55), the largest single-month increase in the dataset, likely linked to the start of the academic year and the influx of students. Meanwhile, violent crimes fell by 61.2% from 304 in August to 118, a drop that may partly reflect seasonal changes as nights drew in. Property crimes, however, showed mixed results: shoplifting rose 48% above the UK average, while burglary fell 29% below. This contrast between property and violent crime highlights a shifting balance, with anti-social behaviour now accounting for 14.3% of all reported crimes—double its August share. Residents may find the 48% above-UK-average rate for shoplifting particularly noteworthy, suggesting a need for targeted retail security measures.

Farnborough’s crime rate in September 2025 rose 11.4% from August’s 5.8 per 1,000 to 6.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. On a daily basis, the area recorded 13 crimes per day, a locally specific metric that highlights the pace of activity compared to other built-up areas. The population context is critical: with 59,891 residents, the 386 total crimes reported in September translate to a manageable but noticeable level of activity. This rate is still 12.2% below the UK average, suggesting Farnborough remains relatively safer than the national picture. However, the increase from August raises questions about whether seasonal factors, such as the return to school and university, may have contributed to a shift in crime patterns.