Farncombe Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Farncombe's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.2% below the UK average of 6.4. For a population of 11,862, this means 44 crimes were reported across the built-up area, a figure that translates to less than one incident per 270 residents during the month. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.6% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.9%) and 'other crime' (11.4%). These patterns align with the area's character as a relatively low-density built-up zone within Waverley, where community-focused policing and limited commercial activity may contribute to lower violent crime rates. The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely influences these trends, as colder weather and shorter daylight hours often correlate with lower rates of public order offences and shoplifting. However, the rise in 'other crime' to 0.4 per 1,000—167% above the UK average—suggests an unusual spike in incidents that fall outside typical classifications, possibly linked to unreported or under-recorded activities. This contrast with the UK's higher overall rate highlights Farncombe's distinct safety profile. monthly increase from 3.5 to 3.7 per 1,000 underscores the need for continued monitoring of local trends.

February saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary and shoplifting each doubling compared to January, rising from 1 to 3 and 2 to 4 respectively. This 200% and 100% increase, though small in absolute terms, signals a possible uptick in targeted property crimes, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as post-holiday movements or colder weather affecting outdoor activity. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 10.5%, from 19 to 17, a decline that may reflect reduced opportunities for such crimes during the winter months. Farncombe's rate for violence and sexual offences—1.4 per 1,000—remains 40% below the UK average of 2.3, illustrating the area's consistently lower exposure to this category. However, 'other crime'—a category encompassing non-specific incidents—surged to 0.4 per 1,000, 167% above the UK average of 0.1, highlighting an unusual spike in unclassified incidents that may warrant further scrutiny.

Farncombe's crime rate in February 2026 rose slightly to 3.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4.8% increase from the previous month's 3.5. This shift, though modest, reflects localized fluctuations that can occur during seasonal transitions. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 270 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that highlights the area's overall safety profile. While the rate remains well below the UK average, the rise from 3.5 to 3.7 per 1,000 suggests that factors such as winter weather or pre-spring activity patterns may temporarily influence local crime dynamics. For residents, this means that while the area remains secure, awareness of seasonal trends could help contextualize any minor increases.