Frimley Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Frimley's crime rate in June 2025 was 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance contrasts sharply with national trends, particularly in violent crime categories where local rates are lower. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37% of all reported crimes, followed by public order (13.6%) and anti-social behaviour (12.4%). These figures suggest a community where interpersonal conflicts and disorder are more prevalent than property-related crimes, which made up 30% of the total (24 out of 81 crimes). The area's position as a built-up district within Surrey Heath may explain this balance, with limited commercial density reducing opportunities for theft but maintaining social dynamics that generate public order incidents. Seasonal factors in June—longer daylight hours and the onset of summer—could contribute to increased social activity in public spaces, explaining the prominence of public order and anti-social behaviour. However, the area's overall safety profile remains markedly better than the UK average, with rates for burglary, vehicle crime, and shoplifting all significantly below national benchmarks. This contrast highlights a unique local context where community cohesion and policing strategies may play a role in mitigating crime risks, even as seasonal pressures influence specific categories.

June 2025 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with drugs-related offences surging 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and other theft increasing 100% (from 5 to 10). These rises suggest evolving patterns in local crime, possibly linked to summer festivals or increased socialising. Conversely, shoplifting fell 75% (from 4 to 1), and vehicle crime dropped 62.5% (from 8 to 3), indicating potential success in targeted interventions or seasonal changes in criminal opportunity. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with violent crime accounting for 37% of total incidents (30 out of 81), compared to 30% for property crimes. This reflects a broader UK trend where violent crime remains a significant concern, though Frimley's rate for violence and sexual offences (1.9 per 1,000) is 34% below the UK average. Public order offences, however, stood 19% above the national average, highlighting a local challenge in managing disruptive behaviour during the summer months. Residents might find the 81 crimes recorded over 30 days (3 per day) a useful benchmark for understanding local risk levels, though the monthly exposure of 1 crime per 192 residents remains relatively low compared to other areas.

Frimley's crime rate in June 2025 (5.2 per 1,000) represented a 10% decline from the previous month's rate of 5.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but measurable improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the 81 total incidents within the month's calendar. When scaled to the population of 15,576 residents, this equates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 192 residents over the course of June—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This comparison underscores Frimley's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Surrey Heath, where community policing and local initiatives may contribute to sustained low crime levels. The 35.8% gap between Frimley's rate and the UK average is particularly striking given the national context of rising violent crime, suggesting either exceptional local deterrents or unique demographic factors. The area's lower rates for burglary (64% below UK average) and vehicle crime (46% below) further highlight a distinct profile compared to more densely populated or commercially active regions, where these categories tend to dominate. While the 19% above-average rate for public order offences indicates room for improvement in managing disruptive incidents, the overall picture remains one of controlled crime levels that align with the area's suburban character and relatively low population density.