Camberley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violent crime continues to dominate Camberley’s crime profile in February 2026, accounting for 38.8% of all reported incidents. With a total crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents—21.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000—the area remains safer than the national benchmark. The most frequent crimes were violence and sexual offences (71 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (29) and public order offences (19). This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where property crime typically outpaces violent crime. The seasonal context of February—characterised by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the dominance of indoor-related offences, such as anti-social behaviour and violence. While the area’s lower crime rate suggests effective community policing or demographic factors, the higher proportion of violent crime compared to property crime could indicate social dynamics unique to Camberley, such as concentrated community interactions or limited outdoor recreational spaces. The 14% lower rate for violence and sexual offences than the UK average highlights a potential success in local crime prevention strategies, though the 22% higher rate for public order offences deserves closer attention. These figures underscore a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, requiring further analysis to fully understand the drivers behind Camberley’s crime profile.

February 2026 saw significant shifts in Camberley’s crime mix, with violent crime maintaining its dominance despite a 14% lower rate than the UK average. The most notable increase was in 'other crime,' which rose by 150% (from 4 to 10 incidents), suggesting emerging patterns or unclassified activities requiring further scrutiny. Bicycle theft also surged by 100% (from 1 to 2 incidents), potentially linked to seasonal changes or local events attracting cyclists. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 21.6% (from 37 to 29), and drug-related offences dropped by 42.9% (from 7 to 4), possibly reflecting targeted interventions or reduced social gatherings during the winter months. The balance between property and violent crime remains skewed, with violent crime comprising nearly 40% of all incidents—far above the UK average of 14% for this category. This disparity may reflect Camberley’s built-up area characteristics, where concentrated residential and commercial zones could foster higher interpersonal interactions. Residents may find the 31% lower rate for shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.4 vs 0.6 per 1,000) particularly noteworthy, as it suggests effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic during the winter season.

Camberley’s crime rate in February 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents) marked an 8.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000, indicating a short-term decline in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day—roughly equivalent to one in every 53 residents encountering a crime daily. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 199 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly risk in terms of population exposure. This rate is lower than the UK average, with Camberley’s population of 36,429 benefiting from a crime environment that is both safer and more stable than the national average. The decline in anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences, coupled with the rise in 'other crime,' suggests shifting patterns that may require tailored responses. While the 100% increase in 'other crime' (from 4 to 10 incidents) remains unclassified in the data, it highlights the need for ongoing monitoring. These figures, when viewed alongside the area’s built-up nature and lower crime rates, illustrate a community that is managing its safety challenges effectively, though with some areas of the crime spectrum requiring closer examination.