Faringdon Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Faringdon’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 27.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s relatively low levels of criminal activity compared to the national context. Violent crimes, which accounted for 48% of all incidents, were the most common category, with a rate of 2.5 per 1,000—3% below the UK average. This may reflect the area’s character as a built-up area within the Vale of White Horse, where community dynamics and local policing could contribute to lower levels of violent offences. In contrast, burglary emerged as a significant outlier, with a rate of 0.5 per 1,000—67% above the UK average. This stark divergence from the national trend highlights a vulnerability in property crime that deserves closer attention. Other theft and anti-social behaviour also contributed to the overall picture, with rates 22% and 62% below the UK average, respectively. These figures suggest that while Faringdon is not immune to crime, its crime profile is shaped by factors such as seasonal context, including the dark evenings of November and the potential impact of events like Bonfire Night. The month’s crime mix also included a notable 8% share of shoplifting, a category that was 37% below the UK average, influenced by local retail patterns or consumer behaviour. As the year progresses, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to understanding the forces that shape Faringdon’s crime profile.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 400% increase in burglary cases, rising from one to five incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 75% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from four to one, and an 85.7% decline in public order offences, decreasing from 14 to two. These shifts in crime mix suggest a possible reallocation of criminal activity, with property crimes becoming more prominent. Faringdon’s violent crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 was 3% below the UK average, despite being the most common category in the area, accounting for 48% of all reported crimes. This discrepancy may reflect the area’s relatively low levels of public disorder, which could be influenced by local community engagement or seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during darker evenings. The increase in burglary, however, raises questions about targeted vulnerabilities, linked to the timing of Black Friday shopping or increased home occupancy during the holiday season.

Faringdon's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 26.5% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.2 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed during November, a month marked by shorter evenings and seasonal events like Bonfire Night. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate compared to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 189 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population density. This rate is lower than the UK average, suggesting that Faringdon’s built-up area within the Vale of White Horse may benefit from specific local factors, such as community policing initiatives or environmental design that deters crime. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the area is not immune to crime, the frequency of incidents remains significantly lower than national benchmarks, offering a reassuring outlook for residents.