Crime Rate in Farnborough & Crofton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Farnborough & Crofton

The total recorded crimes in Farnborough & Crofton, Bromley, UK in May 2025 are around 103 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Farnborough & Crofton crime rate of 2.77 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Farnborough & Crofton, encompassing approximately 37,171 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (40) incidents (21.21% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (22) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-10.53% decrease)
Farnborough & Crofton Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Hospital with total crimes: 16
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 14
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 7

How safe is Farnborough & Crofton?

To understand the safety of Farnborough & Crofton, we need to analyze Farnborough & Crofton crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bromley:

    • In 2024, Farnborough & Crofton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bromley average, with 746 crimes compared to 758.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Farnborough & Crofton witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Bromley.

    • In 2023, Farnborough & Crofton had fewer crimes than the Bromley average, with 1,144 crimes compared to 1,307. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Farnborough & Crofton witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Bromley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bromley, Farnborough & Crofton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Farnborough & Crofton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Farnborough & Crofton has recorded 103 crimes with crime rate of 2.77 ranking 11th out of 21 in the Bromley, UK

In 2024, the total Farnborough & Crofton crimes were 746. The crime rate of Farnborough & Crofton in 2024 was 20.07 (year) or 1.67 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Bromley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Farnborough & Crofton were around 1,144 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.78 (year) or 2.56 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Bromley.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Farnborough & Crofton)CrimesRank (Farnborough & Crofton)CrimesRank (Farnborough & Crofton)
Bromley Town218 21,774 13,055 1
Penge & Cator276 11,468 22,548 3
St Paul's Cray206 31,319 32,630 2
Orpington114 9916 51,791 4
Crystal Palace & Anerley151 51,063 41,336 9
Beckenham Town & Copers Cope154 4858 81,373 8
St Mary Cray119 8902 71,563 5
Kelsey & Eden Park111 10907 61,553 6
Bromley Common & Holwood126 6775 91,421 7
Mottingham121 7711 11979 14
Shortlands & Park Langley78 14549 151,109 11
Plaistow85 12668 121,077 12
Bickley & Sundridge63 17553 141,007 13
Chislehurst84 13583 13951 16
Clock House74 15471 17972 15
Hayes & Coney Hall65 16477 16880 17
Biggin Hill59 18447 18803 18
Darwin41 22349 22722 19
Petts Wood & Knoll51 19385 19669 20
Chelsfield45 20382 20595 21
West Wickham42 21377 21582 22

Farnborough & Crofton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (27 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 345 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 34.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202540
April 202533
March 202542
February 202542
January 202534
December 202425
November 202443
October 202441
September 202422
August 202423

A total of 35 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20256
March 20256
February 20253
January 20256
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 201 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 20.10 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202522
April 202511
March 202519
February 202516
January 202512
December 20249
November 202427
October 202437
September 202439
August 20249

A total of 147 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 14.70 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202519
March 202512
February 202515
January 202520
December 20249
November 20246
October 202414
September 202415
August 202420

A total of 69 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 202510
March 20256
February 20259
January 20254
December 202410
November 20249
October 20248
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 80 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 202514
March 20259
February 20256
January 20257
December 20247
November 20242
October 202411
September 20247
August 202412

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 53 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.30 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
January 20259
December 20244
November 202411
October 20242
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 88 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.80 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20259
March 20259
February 202511
January 20259
December 202412
November 20248
October 20249
September 202411
August 20244

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 103 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 11.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 202518
March 202520
February 202522
January 202515
December 20244
November 202412
October 20241
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 12 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Farnborough & Crofton in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Farnborough & Crofton postcode area is presented below.

1. Hospital (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences8
Public order3
Vehicle crime2
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting13
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Peel Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
6. Starts Hill Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Curzon Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Oakleigh Gardens (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Ladycroft Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Bassetts Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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