Farncombe Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Farncombe's crime rate in October 2024 was 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This stark contrast highlights the area's relatively low crime profile compared to the national picture, a trend consistent with its status as a smaller, built-up area within Waverley. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 47.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and criminal damage and arson (10.9%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related issues, which may be influenced by local demographics and the area's character as a mixed-use neighbourhood with limited commercial density. Seasonal factors appear to have played a role, with the transition to darker evenings and Halloween likely contributing to increased reports of violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of major spikes in property crime—such as burglary, vehicle crime, or theft—contrasts with typical patterns seen in larger urban centres during this time of year. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) may reflect limited commuter traffic or effective local enforcement strategies. While direct causal links, the combination of Farncombe's compact size, community-focused policing, and seasonal context may partly explain its consistently low crime rates relative to the UK average.

October 2024 saw a 100% increase in burglary and vehicle crime compared to September, with both categories rising from one incident to two. This upward shift contrasts with an 83.3% decline in other theft, which fell from six to one, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in retail activity or altered offender patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, but their rate of 1.9 per 1,000 was 29% below the UK average, underscoring Farncombe's consistent underperformance in violent crime relative to national trends. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 33.3% decrease, though it remained 46% below the UK average. The sharp rise in burglary may be linked to the Halloween season, with increased home occupancy or property visibility during the month. Residents should note that while violent crime remains the most common category, property crime rates are lower than expected for an area of this size, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be mitigating risks.

Farncombe's crime rate in October 2024 (3.9 per 1,000) marked a 25.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 258 residents. This places Farncombe among the safest areas in the UK for this metric, with its population-scaled crime rate far below national benchmarks. The previous month's rate of 5.2 per 1,000 suggests a seasonal fluctuation, with October's drop possibly tied to the end of the holiday season and reduced foot traffic during darker evenings. While the daily crime count may seem high in absolute terms, it is important to contextualise this against Farncombe's small population of 11,862. The monthly exposure figure—1 in 258 residents—provides a more intuitive measure for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than in larger urban areas. This comparative advantage is reinforced by Farncombe's consistently low rates across nearly all crime categories, with only 'other crime' slightly exceeding the UK average by 11%. These figures collectively illustrate an area where crime is both rare and low compared to national trends.