Faringdon Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Faringdon's crime rate in June 2025 remained 11.1% below the UK average at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, a position that reflects the area's character as a smaller built-up zone within a rural district. The crime profile shows a marked focus on violent and disorderly incidents, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 38.2% of all reported crimes—slightly below the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour (19.1% of total crimes) and shoplifting (17.7%) also feature prominently, though the latter is 106% above the UK average. This disparity may be linked to local retail dynamics, given Faringdon's proximity to larger towns and its role as a minor commercial hub. Seasonal factors likely contribute to the pattern, with June marking the start of summer when leisure activities and tourism may increase interactions in public spaces. However, the overall rate remains stable with the UK trend, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies are in place. The balance between property and violent crimes differs from the national picture, where property crimes typically dominate. This divergence could reflect Faringdon's unique demographic profile, with a lower proportion of transient populations compared to major cities. The data also shows that criminal damage and arson (7.4% of total) are 14% below the UK average, due to the area's lower population density and stronger community oversight. These findings illustrate a crime picture shaped by both local geography and seasonal rhythms, with no single factor explaining the full picture.

June 2025 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+100%) and other theft (+100%), with one incident each in categories previously unrecorded. These spikes contrast with a 7.7% decline in shoplifting, which remained 106% above the UK average. The crime mix shifted notably: violence and sexual offences (38.2% of total) and anti-social behaviour (19.1%) dominated, while property crimes accounted for 32.4% of all reported incidents. This balance differs from the UK profile, where property crimes typically make up a larger share. The rise in vehicle crime may reflect increased summer activity, though no direct causal link can be drawn without further data. Residents should note that shoplifting remains a persistent issue, with rates over double the national average for this category.

Faringdon's crime rate in June 2025 rose 19.4% from 6.0 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents compared to May, reflecting a shift in local patterns. While the area remains 11.1% below the UK average, the increase suggests seasonal or situational factors may be influencing activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that aligns with typical low-to-moderate urban rhythms. Over the course of June, one crime occurred for roughly every 139 residents, a monthly exposure rate that translates to a 0.7% chance of being directly affected by crime. This statistic, when contextualised against Faringdon's population of 9,448, highlights the relatively low density of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The 1-in-139 figure also underscores the area's character as a smaller built-up zone within a rural district, where community cohesion and policing presence may contribute to mitigating risks despite the month-on-month rise.