Farncombe Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Farncombe's December 2023 crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents places it 62.5% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low-crime environment. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (50% of all crimes), followed by public order (15.6%) and other theft (9.4%). This pattern contrasts with national trends, where violence and sexual offences typically account for a smaller share of total crimes. The seasonal context of December—characterized by Christmas shopping, party season, and dark evenings—likely contributed to the 50% share of violent crimes, which may be partly explained by increased social interactions in public spaces. While the overall rate remains low, the spike in shoplifting (100% increase) and public order offences (66.7% increase) suggests localized pressures during the holiday period. These trends are consistent with the area’s character as a built-up district within Waverley, where retail activity and community events may heighten the risk of certain crimes. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000) is 47% below Farncombe’s rate, highlighting the area’s relative safety in this category. However, the rise in shoplifting underscores the need for vigilance in high-traffic retail areas during the festive season. The overall crime picture remains stable, but the interplay of seasonal factors and local dynamics means that specific areas or times may warrant closer attention.

December 2023 saw a sharp 100% rise in shoplifting, with two incidents reported compared to one in November. This spike aligns with the Christmas shopping peak, though the overall rate for shoplifting remains 59% below the UK average. Public order offences also increased by 66.7%, likely tied to seasonal gatherings and extended holiday hours. Violent crimes—accounting for 50% of total incidents—remain 47% below the UK average for this category. The decrease in anti-social behaviour (80% drop) and criminal damage (75% drop) suggests some success in managing festive-related disruptions, though these declines were offset by rising shoplifting and public order concerns. Residents should be particularly alert to shoplifting in retail areas during the final weeks of the month.

Farncombe's crime rate in December 2023 fell to 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 13.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.1. This decline, while modest, contrasts with the month-on-month spikes in specific categories. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 371 residents. When scaled to the population of 11,862, this highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Farncombe compared to the UK average. The drop in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage—by 80% and 75% respectively—suggests a possible reduction in festive-related disturbances, though the rise in shoplifting and public order offences complicates this trend. Residents should note that while overall safety remains strong, localized increases in certain crime types may require vigilance during peak holiday periods.