Ferryhill Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 9,715, Ferryhill’s 98 recorded crimes in February 2026 equate to one reported crime for every 99 residents over the month — a stark figure that underscores the area’s elevated crime profile. At 10.1 crimes per 1,000 people, the area’s rate is 57.8% higher than the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a discrepancy that reflects both local patterns and broader regional trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 38.8% of all incidents (38 cases), with shoplifting (13 cases) and criminal damage and arson (12 cases) following closely. These figures contrast sharply with national averages: violence and sexual offences in Ferryhill are 68% higher than the UK average, while shoplifting is 124% above and criminal damage and arson is 161% above. The winter month of February, typically marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the persistence of indoor crimes such as violence and anti-social behaviour, though the lack of seasonal cooling in property crime rates suggests other factors, such as local demographics or economic conditions, are at play. The area’s built-up nature within County Durham, a region historically marked by industrial decline and shifting economic priorities, likely influences these patterns, with retail spaces and public areas in Ferryhill potentially driving shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. However, the absence of a clear seasonal dip in violent crime highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk environments, such as local venues or housing clusters, where tensions may be amplified during colder months.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime trends compared to January, with possession of weapons jumping by 100% (from 0 to 5 cases) and anti-social behaviour rising by 50% (from 6 to 9 cases). These increases, though relatively small in absolute terms, signal potential emerging concerns, particularly as the possession of weapons — a category 614% above the UK average — may indicate heightened tensions or access to prohibited items in the area. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by two-thirds (from 3 to 1 case), and other theft decreased by 25% (from 4 to 3 cases), suggesting temporary reductions in certain illicit activities. The crime mix also revealed stark disparities: while violent crimes accounted for 38.8% of all incidents, property crimes made up just 37.8% (37 cases), a slight but notable shift from previous months. This imbalance — with violence and sexual offences remaining the most significant category — contrasts with the UK average, where these crimes constitute 35% of the total. Shoplifting, at 13 cases, remains a persistent issue, with its rate 124% above the national average, likely tied to Ferryhill’s retail presence and the proximity of larger urban centres. Meanwhile, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, despite a 1% improvement relative to the UK average for that category, warrants attention, as such incidents often precede more severe crimes and can erode community cohesion.

Ferryhill’s crime rate in February 2026 (10.1 per 1,000) marks a 5.4% increase from January’s 9.6 per 1,000, reflecting a steady upward trend over the past year. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day — a figure that, while seemingly modest, translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 99 residents. This rate is particularly significant when compared to the UK average, where the equivalent monthly exposure would be one crime for every 157 residents (based on the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000). The population-scaled perspective highlights Ferryhill’s elevated risk: residents are 2.5 times more likely to experience a crime than the national average. The increase in violent crimes, especially violence and sexual offences, has pushed the area’s profile further from the UK norm, where these incidents are 35% of all crimes compared to Ferryhill’s 38.8%. This divergence may be linked to local factors, such as the built-up nature of Ferryhill and its proximity to larger urban areas, which could amplify both opportunities for crime and the impact of social pressures. The daily crime count, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for consistent community engagement and policing efforts to address the underlying drivers of these figures, particularly in areas where violent and property crimes intersect.