Ferryhill Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ferryhill's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 10.3 per 1,000 residents, significantly higher than the UK average of 7.5 — a 37.3% disparity. This figure underscores the area's elevated crime profile, which is consistent with its status as a built-up area in County Durham, where urban density and economic factors may contribute to higher incident rates. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41 of the 100 total incidents (41.0% of the total), followed by anti-social behaviour (13 cases) and shoplifting (12 cases). These patterns reflect the influence of local demographics and seasonal dynamics, particularly during November, when events like Bonfire Night and the onset of darker evenings may amplify certain types of crime. The data also reveals that Ferryhill's crime profile includes several categories far exceeding UK averages, violence and sexual offences (62% above), anti-social behaviour (24% above), and shoplifting (118% above), which may be driven by the area's proximity to other urban centres and the presence of retail hubs. However, the rate of public order offences was 6% below the UK average, a potential indicator of effective local policing in maintaining public spaces. The seasonal context of November, with its combination of festive events and reduced daylight hours, may have contributed to the persistence of high-risk activities, though the month-on-month decline in overall crime rates suggests some degree of mitigation in recent months.

Violence and sexual offences decreased by 8.9% in November, from 45 to 41 cases, marking the most significant reduction among major crime categories. This decline may reflect the impact of local initiatives targeting high-risk areas or increased community engagement during the month. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 62.5%, rising from 8 to 13 incidents, a trend that could be linked to the social dynamics of November, including Bonfire Night events. Possession of weapons also saw a 100% increase, with one reported case in October doubling to two in November, highlighting a concerning spike in this category. Shoplifting remained high, at 12 cases — 118% above the UK average — suggesting ongoing challenges in retail security within Ferryhill. The contrast between violent crime reductions and property crime increases illustrates a shifting crime mix, with property-related offences maintaining a 37% share of total incidents despite the overall decline in violent crime.

Ferryhill's crime rate in November 2023 fell by 7.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 11.1 to 10.3 per 1,000 residents. This slight decline aligns with seasonal patterns in November, when shorter evenings and fewer outdoor activities may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Locally, the average resident faced a 1-in-97 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the population. On a daily basis, Ferryhill saw an average of three crimes reported each day in November, a rate consistent with the area's built-up character and the broader North East region's crime trends. While this daily figure remains higher than the UK average, the month-on-month reduction suggests potential stabilisation in policing strategies or community engagement efforts. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the area's relatively high crime rate, the monthly exposure per resident remains manageable, though vigilance is still warranted in high-risk areas.