Farncombe Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Farncombe's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 59.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives, though the month-on-month increase from 2.0 to 3.1 per 1,000 highlights the need for continued vigilance. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.2% of all reported incidents. This was followed by criminal damage and arson (21.6%) and burglary (8.1%), with the latter two categories showing notable disparities compared to national averages. The spring season, marked by Easter and increased outdoor activity, may have contributed to a rise in property-related crimes, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low for a built-up area. Violence and sexual offences, while the most frequent, were 46% below the UK average, suggesting that Farncombe's demographic and geographic characteristics—likely including a mix of residential and commercial zones—play a role in mitigating violent crime. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (70% below UK average) may reflect the area's smaller retail presence or effective anti-theft measures. However, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson raises questions about potential local factors, such as seasonal events or property vulnerabilities, that require further analysis.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 700% rise in criminal damage and arson, jumping from one to eight incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% increase in vehicle crime and the emergence of 'other crime' as a new category, highlights shifting patterns in local criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, contributing 43.2% of total incidents, but their rate (1.4 per 1,000) was 46% below the UK average. Conversely, criminal damage and arson outpaced the UK average by 23%, a stark contrast to the 70% below average for shoplifting. The 75% drop in public order offences—from four to one—suggests a potential seasonal shift, possibly linked to Easter-related changes in community activity. These fluctuations, while significant, must be viewed within the context of Farncombe's overall safety profile, which continues to lag well behind national rates.

Farncombe's crime rate in April 2025 rose by 54.5% compared to March 2025, moving from 2.0 to 3.1 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stands at 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may seem low but reflects the small population of 11,862. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 321 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, highlighting that while crime is present, it is not pervasive. The comparison to the UK average underscores Farncombe's effectiveness in maintaining safety, even as local trends show upward movement in specific categories like criminal damage and arson. These figures, when viewed against the backdrop of national statistics, reinforce the area's position as a safer-than-average location despite recent fluctuations.