Farnham Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Farnham, the crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 in May 2024 translates to a daily risk of encountering roughly 4 crimes — a figure that, while not negligible, remains significantly lower than the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This 35.7% deficit positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in the country, a status reinforced by the fact that violence and sexual offences — the most prevalent category at 30.4% of all crimes — occur at a rate 44% below the national average. The seasonal context of May, with its extended evenings and increased outdoor activity, likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour (24.1% of crimes) and public order offences (12.5%), both of which are amplified by the social rhythms of a town with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The rate of shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000) is 22% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area's relatively low retail density compared to major urban centres. The contrast between Farnham's crime profile and the UK's broader patterns underscores the importance of local factors — from policing strategies to community engagement — in shaping everyday safety perceptions. While causal links, the seasonal spike in anti-social behaviour and the persistent low rates of vehicle crime (79% below UK average) suggest that Farnham's unique demographic and geographic characteristics play a key role in its crime dynamics.

May 2024 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+125%) and possession of weapons (+200%), both of which may be linked to the extended evenings and bank holidays typical of the month. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 72.7%, potentially reflecting reduced traffic or heightened awareness during the Easter holiday period. The area's violence and sexual offences rate of 1.6 per 1,000 — 44% below the UK average — highlights a marked divergence from national trends, though this must be balanced against the 12.5% rise in public order offences, which sit 11% above the UK average. For residents, the 30.4% share of violent crimes in the overall tally underscores the need for continued focus on community safety initiatives. The stark 68% deficit in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average suggests that local enforcement or environmental factors are effectively mitigating these risks, though the cause remains unclear without further data.

Farnham's crime rate in May 2024 fell to 5.4 per 1,000 residents, a 4.2% decrease from the previous month's 5.7. This decline, though modest, reflects a broader trend of stability in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 4 reported crimes each day — a figure that, while seemingly high, is distributed across a population of 20,709. This translates to a monthly exposure of roughly one crime for every 185 residents, a statistic that contextualises risk in tangible terms. When compared to the UK average, Farnham's overall rate remains 35.7% lower, a consistent gap that underscores the area's relative safety. The shift in crime types between April and May is notable, with anti-social behaviour surging by 125% and vehicle crime plummeting by 72.7%, suggesting seasonal or situational influences on local dynamics. These figures, when viewed through the lens of population size, illustrate that while Farnham is not immune to crime, its residents face a proportionally lower risk than the national average.