Farnham Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Farnham’s crime rate in February 2024 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents — 23.9% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This performance, while consistent with the area’s historical trends, reveals a nuanced picture shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all crimes, with 37 incidents recorded — a rate of 1.8 per 1,000, 28% below the UK average. This lower-than-expected figure may reflect Farnham’s relatively stable community environment, though the winter months’ reduced outdoor activity likely contributed to the overall decline. Public order offences, however, bucked this trend, reaching 14 cases (12.6% of total crimes) — 43% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be tied to the area’s built-up nature, where events or high pedestrian traffic in local centres could drive such incidents. Meanwhile, property crimes (47 total) formed 42.3% of the monthly total, with shoplifting and criminal damage each contributing 10.8%. The seasonal context of February — a winter month with limited daylight and lower outdoor engagement — likely played a role in moderating broader crime trends, though the sharp rise in bicycle theft merits further analysis. Farnham’s position within Waverley, a largely rural district with a commuter-oriented population, may also explain the lower prevalence of violent crime compared to denser urban areas.

February 2024 saw a stark 200% rise in bicycle theft, with three incidents reported — a jump from one in January. This spike contrasts with a 72.7% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 11 to 3, likely reflecting seasonal shifts in transport patterns. Public order offences also stood out, with 14 cases recorded — 43% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This category’s elevation may be linked to Farnham’s built-up area status, where community events or retail activity could contribute to incidents. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained 28% below the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000, suggesting a lower incidence of serious crime than expected for a populated urban centre. Residents may find the 11.8% month-on-month decline in overall crime rates reassuring, though the bicycle theft surge underscores the need for targeted prevention measures in local transport hubs.

Farnham's crime rate in February 2024 dropped 11.8% from the previous month, falling to 5.4 per 1,000 residents from 6.1 per 1,000 in January. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns in winter months, when outdoor activity is lower and public spaces see fewer visitors. On a daily basis, Farnham recorded an average of four crimes per day in February — a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s relatively low overall rate compared to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 187 residents, a metric that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which suggests Farnham’s built-up area within Waverley may benefit from a combination of community cohesion, effective policing, and the absence of high-risk urban features common in larger cities. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Farnham’s crime profile remains distinct from broader UK trends, with specific categories like public order and bicycle theft showing divergence from national benchmarks.