Farnham Town Centre — Neighbourhood Policing Team

Shoplifting - Farnham Town Centre. Reports of retail crime have been increasing nationally. Surrey Police have prioritised retail crime and has seen a significant increase in the number of offender identified arrested and charged for offences.

Local officers complete regular patrols of Farnham town liaising with retailers and encouraging reporting of offences. We work closely with neighbouring forces to identify suspects and take positive action to bring them to justice. Recently we have run operations targeting organised shoplifters resulting in a number of arrests and have further operations planned. Covert operations have been completed and have been largely positive in apprehending suspects and building community trust.

Set: 2026-06-01

Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage in the Brightwells development area - Farnham Town. Police have received reports of ASB around the Brightwells development.

Local officers have increased targeted patrols of the area liaising with members of the public and businesses. Our crime reduction specialists have been liaising with the developers to increase security measures in a bid to prevent offending. The area is now also included in a hotspot patrol app used by officers.

Set: 2026-06-01

Waverley has been identified as a force hotspot for Fraud and Rogue trader offences. Statistically it is more likely a person aged 70 and above, and predominantly living on their own, are more likely than most to fall victim to rogue trading or scams.

Local officers visit all vulnerable victims fraud to ensure they are supported and offer crime prevention advice.

Set: 2026-06-01