Frimley Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Frimley’s December 2023 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents marked a significant 27.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, reinforcing the area’s position as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Surrey Heath. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.6%) and criminal damage and arson (8.6%). These figures reflect a broader pattern where Frimley consistently lags behind the UK average for several categories, including shoplifting (39% below), public order offences (38% below), and other theft (15% below). Seasonal factors likely influenced these trends, with December’s Christmas shopping peak, extended evenings, and holiday-related absences creating conditions that may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes while potentially increasing others. The data also suggests that the area’s built-up nature, with its mix of residential and retail spaces, may contribute to the prevalence of violent crimes compared to more rural or industrial regions. Despite the overall decline, the 200% increase in burglary and 100% rise in drug-related offences highlight localized fluctuations that warrant further analysis. These changes, however, remain within the context of Frimley’s broader trend of lower-than-average crime rates, which may be attributed to its compact urban layout, community policing efforts, or demographic characteristics such as a stable population with limited transient populations.

December 2023 saw a 77.8% drop in vehicle crime, from nine incidents in November to just two, a shift likely tied to reduced traffic during the holiday season and fewer opportunities for theft. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour rose by 22.2%, with 11 incidents reported—though this remains 25% below the UK average. Burglary increased by 200%, jumping from one to three cases, a stark contrast to the 43% UK average gap typically observed in this category. Drug-related offences also surged by 100%, with three incidents reported in December after none in November, suggesting a potential seasonal or situational change in activity. Violent crimes, however, remained 16% below the UK average, with 34 incidents (2.2 per 1,000) recorded. The data also shows a 38% reduction in public order offences, from eight to five, a trend that may reflect heightened community vigilance or fewer public gatherings during the festive period.

Frimley’s December 2023 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 12.0% decrease from November’s 5.9 per 1,000, reflecting a continued trend of lower-than-UK-average crime. This reduction aligns with the area’s historically lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks, though the December figures highlight a narrower gap. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately three crimes reported each day, a figure that remains consistent with local patterns observed in other months. Over the course of December, one crime was reported for every 192 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 15,576 people. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when scaled to population size, though direct comparisons are not provided for the broader UK. The data suggests that Frimley’s built-up character, combined with its location within Surrey Heath, may contribute to its distinct crime dynamics, particularly during periods of seasonal activity such as Christmas shopping and holiday-related absences.