Crime Rate in Fareham East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Fareham East

The total recorded crimes in Fareham East, Fareham, UK in March 2025 are around 88 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Fareham East crime rate of 5.35 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 Fareham East, encompassing approximately 16,442 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (-39.53% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (-15.38% decrease)
Fareham East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 9
  • West Street with total crimes: 9
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6

How safe is Fareham East?

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

  • Relative to Fareham:

    • In 2024, Fareham East reported a higher crime volume than the Fareham average, with 1,318 crimes compared to 506. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Fareham East witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Fareham East experienced a greater number of crimes than the Fareham average, with 1,246 crimes compared to 483. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Fareham East witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Fareham, Fareham East has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Fareham East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Fareham East has recorded 88 crimes with crime rate of 5.35 ranking 1th out of 14 in the Fareham, UK

In 2024, the total Fareham East crimes were 1,318. The crime rate of Fareham East in 2024 was 80.16 (year) or 6.68 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Fareham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Fareham East were around 1,246 crimes with yearly crime rate of 75.78 (year) or 6.32 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Fareham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Fareham)CrimesRank (Fareham)CrimesRank (Fareham)
Fareham South55 3843 2710 2
Park Gate55 2571 5532 5
Portchester East46 6714 3578 3
Sarisbury38 7443 9540 4
Fareham North-West51 4685 4511 6
Titchfield50 5444 8451 8
Fareham North37 8457 6466 7
Stubbington32 10445 7426 10
Titchfield Common33 9398 10447 9
Warsash26 11298 12357 11
Portchester West22 13304 11266 13
Locks Heath23 12232 14311 12
Fareham West14 15276 13222 14
Hill Head15 14168 15178 15

Fareham East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 183 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202518
January 202510
December 202412
November 202412
October 202411
September 20248
August 202420
July 202420
June 202432
May 202410
April 202418

A total of 86 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202513
January 20257
December 20246
November 20244
October 20241
September 20248
August 20247
July 20247
June 202416
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 78 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20256
December 20247
November 20242
October 20247
September 20248
August 20249
July 20246
June 202418
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 154 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.83 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202525
January 20256
December 202411
November 202414
October 20243
September 202412
August 202412
July 202418
June 202418
May 202413
April 202413

A total of 162 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202513
January 202511
December 202417
November 20249
October 202412
September 20247
August 20247
July 202419
June 202426
May 202411
April 202419

A total of 445 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202543
January 202540
December 202438
November 202440
October 202423
September 202426
August 202433
July 202441
June 202466
May 202443
April 202426

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
September 20243
August 20242
July 20245
June 202410
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 202422
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 44 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20246
August 20249
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 32 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20245
August 20246
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 19 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20242

High Crime Locations Fareham East in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Fareham East postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
2. West Street (Map)
Total9
Bicycle theft3
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Public order1
4. High Street (Map)
Total6
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Osborn Road South (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
7. Portland Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
8. Earl Godwin Close (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting1
10. Bath Lane (Lower) (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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