Farnborough Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, Farnborough's residents faced a 1-in-167 chance of being involved in a reported crime over the course of the month, according to the built-up area's monthly statistics. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents placed the area 11.8% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a margin that suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. This disparity is most evident in violent crime, where violence and sexual offences—accounting for 40.1% of all crimes—occurred at a rate of 2.4 per 1,000, 4% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, was 35% below the UK rate, potentially reflecting the area's suburban character and community-focused policing. Seasonal factors may also play a role: January's reduced retail footfall and shorter days align with the 22.2% decline in shoplifting, a crime type typically linked to high-street activity. However, the persistence of public order offences—19% above the UK average—hints at ongoing challenges in managing public spaces, particularly during colder months when outdoor activity diminishes. The area's crime profile, therefore, balances below-average violent crime with elevated public order incidents, a pattern consistent with Farnborough's role as a commuter town and its proximity to larger urban centres.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in two categories: theft from the person and possession of weapons, both tripling from December's figures. This surge, though statistically significant, does not necessarily reflect a broader trend, as other categories like shoplifting and burglary declined. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, remained 4% below the UK average at 2.4 per 1,000, a figure that contrasts with the 186% increase in weapon possession, which rose to 0.2 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect seasonal factors, such as colder weather driving indoor gatherings, though no definitive link can be drawn. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour—accounting for 10% of all crimes—remained 35% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing in this area. Residents may find the 200% rise in theft from the person particularly concerning, as it indicates a need for heightened awareness in public spaces.

Farnborough's crime rate in January 2026 rose slightly to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 2.7% increase from December's 5.8 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 12 reported crimes per day across the built-up area, a figure that contextualises the pace of daily life in the town. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 167 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively low exposure compared to national averages. With a population of nearly 60,000, the area's crime profile remains distinct: while the overall rate is 11.8% below the UK average, the distribution of offences reveals local patterns. The daily crime count, though modest, underscores the need for vigilance in specific areas, particularly where property crimes and violent incidents cluster. This month's figures align with seasonal trends, as post-holiday activity and reduced daylight hours may influence crime dynamics, though the absence of major spikes suggests stability in most categories.