Farnham Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Farnham’s crime profile in February 2025, accounting for 38.8% of all reported crimes. At 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents, the built-up area’s overall rate was 29.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends highlights a unique local dynamic, with violent crime rates 23% lower than the UK average despite being a relatively small urban centre. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the subdued levels of property crime, which accounted for only 34 of the 98 total crimes. However, the high proportion of violent offences suggests factors beyond seasonal patterns, such as local demographics or community engagement initiatives. Public order offences, while comprising 15.3% of all crimes, were 59% above the UK average, indicating a specific challenge in managing disruptive behaviour. The area’s crime profile contrasts sharply with national trends, particularly in violent crime, where Farnham’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents was significantly lower than the UK’s 2.4 per 1,000. This divergence could reflect Farnham’s character as a largely residential town with limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000), both 73% and 26% below UK averages respectively, further underscores the area’s distinctiveness. These figures suggest a community where property crime is less prevalent, due to a combination of local policing strategies, community cohesion, and the town’s geographic character as a built-up area within a rural district. The overall crime rate remains consistent with Farnham’s historical trend of lower-than-average criminal activity, reinforcing its position as a relatively safe urban environment within Waverley.

February 2025 saw significant shifts in Farnham’s crime profile, with shoplifting rising by 71.4% to 12 incidents—the highest increase of any category. This surge may reflect seasonal factors, as winter months often see spikes in retail-related offences. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour increased by 50.0%, reaching 9 incidents, a figure that, while lower than the UK average for this category, highlights a growing challenge in managing disruptive conduct. Conversely, other theft fell by 44.4% to 5 incidents, and drug-related crimes dropped by 33.3% to 2, suggesting possible successes in targeted interventions or reduced demand during the winter months. Public order offences stood out as a notable outlier, with 15 incidents recorded—59% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be tied to Farnham’s specific local context, such as the presence of community events or social gatherings that could contribute to higher levels of disorder. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose by 37.5%, reaching 11 incidents. This increase, though still below the UK average, indicates a need for further scrutiny of vandalism trends in the area. Residents may find the 4.7 crime rate per 1,000 residents useful for contextualising their safety compared to both national benchmarks and previous months.

Farnham’s crime rate in February 2025 rose by 6.5% compared to the previous month’s 4.4 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a slight upward trend. Over the course of the month, this translated to approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, remains a key metric for local residents assessing their daily risk. When scaled to the area’s population of 20,709, this equates to one reported crime for every 211 residents over the course of February—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban centres. This figure, however, does not account for variations in reporting patterns or the specific nature of crimes committed. The comparison to the UK average further contextualises Farnham’s position: while the area’s overall rate remains 29.9% below the national average, the relative increases in public order and criminal damage offences suggest that local challenges may require tailored responses. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Farnham’s residents face a lower baseline risk of victimisation compared to the UK as a whole, with violent crime rates 23% below the national average. This contrast underscores the importance of local factors—such as community policing, social cohesion, or the town’s geographic characteristics—as key contributors to its crime profile. The monthly exposure rate of 1 in 211 residents, while a useful benchmark, should be interpreted alongside the broader context of Farnham’s historical trends and the specific nature of crimes recorded.