Ferryhill Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Ferryhill’s crime profile in August 2024, accounting for 30.2% of all reported incidents, a figure that significantly outpaces the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This category alone contributes to Ferryhill’s overall crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000, which is 20.7% higher than the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The area’s crime picture is further shaped by anti-social behaviour (21.9% of total crimes) and shoplifting (11.5%), both of which exceed UK averages by 53% and 55%, respectively. These trends may be influenced by Ferryhill’s status as a built-up area within County Durham, where retail and community hubs could drive such patterns. August, a peak holiday month, may also play a role in shaping crime dynamics, with empty homes increasing burglary risks and tourism affecting theft rates. However, the data also shows a stark divergence in specific categories: drugs, for instance, are reported at 0.6 per 1,000, 173% above the UK average, suggesting a unique local challenge. Meanwhile, burglary and vehicle crime remain below UK levels, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (38% below the UK average) and vehicle crime at 0.2 per 1,000 (56% below), reflecting lower foot traffic or effective local policing strategies. The interplay between these factors paints a nuanced picture, where certain crime types are amplified by local conditions while others remain mitigated, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

August 2024 saw a 500% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 1 to 6 incidents, a dramatic shift that may reflect changing patterns in illicit activity. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50%, dropping from 22 to 11 incidents, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during holidays. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 50%, from 14 to 21 cases, suggesting a growing challenge in managing public conduct. Ferryhill’s rate for violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) is 12% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (2.2 per 1,000) is 53% above, both figures underscoring areas requiring targeted policing efforts. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 100%, from 1 to 2 incidents, though this remains 56% below the UK average, indicating a mixed picture of local crime trends.

Ferryhill’s crime rate in August 2024 (9.9 per 1,000) marks a 23.2% decline from the previous month’s 12.9 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 101 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Ferryhill’s 9,715 population. This translates to approximately 3 crimes per day, a rate that, while lower than July, remains 20.7% above the UK average. The daily crime count highlights a persistent level of activity, though the month-on-month drop suggests potential stabilisation or intervention effects. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the rate underscores that while crime remains a concern, the decrease from July may indicate seasonal or operational factors influencing local reporting patterns.