Faringdon Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Faringdon’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 41.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked contrast with national trends highlights the area’s unique characteristics, likely shaped by its position as a built-up area within the Vale of White Horse. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (18 cases, 42.9% of total), followed by shoplifting (7 cases, 16.7%) and criminal damage and arson (5 cases, 11.9%). The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and spring weather—may have influenced patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially contributing to a mix of crime types. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most frequent category, saw a significant 47.1% month-on-month decline, linked to Easter-related changes in local behaviour. Shoplifting, however, rose sharply by 250%, indicating a sudden shift in offender activity that may be tied to retail activity or seasonal shopping. The area’s low crime rate compared to the UK average suggests a combination of geographic factors, including limited industrial presence and a stable residential community, though further analysis is needed to confirm these hypotheses. The breakdown also reveals that anti-social behaviour and other crime categories were significantly below UK averages, reinforcing Faringdon’s status as a relatively safe area despite its proximity to major transport links.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 250% increase in shoplifting cases, rising from two to seven incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with the 47.1% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 34 to 18. The shift in crime mix reflects a notable move from violent crimes to property-related offences, with shoplifting and criminal damage accounting for 28.6% of all reported crimes. Shoplifting’s increase, now at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, places it 4% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 62.5%, from eight to three, and other crime fell by 50%, from two to one. These changes suggest a combination of local events and seasonal factors. For residents, the 4.5 per 1,000 rate offers a tangible benchmark for understanding the area’s safety relative to national trends.

Faringdon's crime rate in April 2024 dropped to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 34.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.8 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend of seasonal moderation, as spring weather and Easter holidays may have influenced local activity patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day over the month, a figure that reflects the built-up nature of Faringdon within the Vale of White Horse. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 225 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the local context—characterised by a mix of residential and retail areas—likely contributes to the disparity. The rate remains 41.6% below the UK average, a gap that underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile despite its proximity to Oxford and the M40 motorway.