Faringdon Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 marked a period of mixed trends in Faringdon’s crime profile, with the area’s overall rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents placing it 8.6% below the UK average. This resilience, despite a 20.0% monthly increase from November’s 5.3, suggests local factors may be dampening broader national patterns. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (23 cases, 38.3% of total), followed by shoplifting (11 cases, 18.3%) and burglary (5 cases, 8.3%). The seasonal context of December—characterised by dark evenings, empty homes over the holidays, and the peak of Christmas shopping—likely influenced these patterns. For instance, shoplifting’s 111% above the UK average may reflect increased foot traffic in retail areas, while the 79% above UK average for burglary could hint at vulnerabilities in property security during the festive season. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were below the UK average, due to community initiatives or the temporary reduction in social gatherings during the holiday period. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly, with property crimes accounting for 45% of the total (27 cases) compared to 38.3% for violence. This shift may be partly explained by the seasonal nature of December, where retail activity and holiday-related disruptions could drive property-related offences. However, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and other theft—73% and 42% below the UK average respectively—suggest that Faringdon’s built-up area, while not immune to crime, maintains a safer profile compared to many other UK regions. The area’s small population and rural-adjacent setting may also contribute to these outcomes, as smaller communities often benefit from tighter social networks and localised policing efforts.

December 2025 saw sharp increases in robbery and shoplifting, with robbery cases tripling (1 to 3) and shoplifting rising by 175% (4 to 11). These spikes may partly explain the 20.0% monthly increase in the overall crime rate. Meanwhile, other theft and other crime decreased by 25.0% and 66.7% respectively, reflecting a shift in crime patterns. Shoplifting’s 111% above the UK average (1.2 vs 0.6 per 1,000) highlights a local vulnerability, potentially linked to December’s Christmas shopping peak. Conversely, anti-social behaviour remained 57% below the UK average, a trend that could indicate effective community engagement or seasonal factors reducing public disorder. Residents may find the daily crime count of 2 incidents per day useful for context, though the area’s overall safety remains strong compared to national benchmarks.

Faringdon's crime rate in December 2025 rose by 20.0% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.3 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, still places the area 8.6% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly tally of 60 crimes translates to roughly 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s small population of 9,448. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for every 157 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. The population context further highlights how even modest increases in crime can feel significant in a tightly knit community. While the rise in property crimes and violent offences is evident, the overall rate remains well below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing or seasonal patterns—may be moderating broader national trends.