Camberley Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Camberley's December 2025 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places it 18.6% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continuation of the area's generally low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.9%) and public order offences (7.7%). These figures align with Camberley's character as a suburban built-up area within Surrey Heath, where localised tensions in high-footfall areas may contribute to violence rates, though the overall figure remains significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of December—characterised by dark evenings, holiday-related activity, and empty homes during the festive period—may have influenced patterns. Anti-social behaviour, while above the UK average for this category, remains relatively low in absolute terms. The relatively low rates of property crimes compared to the UK average suggest that Camberley's residential and commercial areas may benefit from effective community policing or environmental design factors that deter burglary and vehicle crime. However, the data does not provide sufficient evidence to confirm these hypotheses definitively.

December 2025 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 200% (4 to 12 incidents) and bicycle theft doubling to six cases. This increase may partly explain the 200% rise in possession of weapons offences, though no direct causal link is established. Meanwhile, burglary fell by 60% (10 to 4 incidents), potentially reflecting seasonal patterns as homes are occupied during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, remain 22% below the UK average for this category, suggesting Camberley's approach to managing violent crime may be more effective than national trends. Anti-social behaviour, while 8% above the UK average, remains a relatively minor component of the overall crime picture. Residents may find the 34.3% share of violence and sexual offences in total crime statistics particularly noteworthy, as it highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The surge in vehicle crime could indicate increased car-related activity during the Christmas shopping season, though this remains speculative without further data.

Camberley's December 2025 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 represents a 2.9% decline from November's 5.9 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend over the year-end period. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately seven crimes per day, a manageable figure that underscores the relative safety of Camberley compared to other UK locations. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 176 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests the area's population faces significantly lower risk than the UK average. This figure is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The population-scaled perspective reinforces Camberley's position as a safer-than-average area, though whether this is due to specific policing strategies, community initiatives, or inherent demographic factors. The 18.6% gap between Camberley's rate and the UK average remains consistent with historical trends, indicating a long-term pattern of lower crime incidence that may be attributed to the area's suburban character and effective local governance.