Ferndown Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 15,332, Ferndown reported 48 crimes in April 2024 — equating to 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 59.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a lower crime burden compared to national trends. The most frequent crime types were violence and sexual offences (17 cases, 35.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (9 cases, 18.8%) and criminal damage and arson (6 cases, 12.5%). These figures align with Ferndown’s likely character as a small, built-up area within Dorset, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced crime levels. Seasonal factors in April — such as Easter activities and spring weather — could influence patterns, with increased outdoor activity driving some incidents. However, the overall crime rate remains well below UK averages, suggesting a stable environment with effective local policing or community initiatives. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category, still fell 57% below the UK average for this type, indicating a lower risk of violent crime compared to the national picture. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 51% below the UK average, reflecting a quieter social landscape or stronger community engagement in addressing such issues. These data points collectively illustrate a relatively safe area, where crime is both infrequent and less severe than in many parts of the UK.

April 2024 saw significant month-on-month changes in Ferndown’s crime profile. Anti-social behaviour surged by 200% (3 to 9 cases), likely tied to Easter-related gatherings or seasonal social dynamics. Burglary also rose sharply by 150% (2 to 5 cases), which may reflect increased home occupancy during the Easter break or targeted activity in specific neighbourhoods. Violence and sexual offences jumped 112.5% (8 to 17 cases), a stark increase that could be linked to heightened outdoor activity or unseasonal weather patterns. Conversely, other theft dropped by 40% (5 to 3 cases), and public order offences fell by 33.3% (3 to 2 cases), suggesting possible success in addressing petty crime through local efforts. Ferndown’s violent crime rate (1.1 per 1,000) was 57% below the UK average for this category, while anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) was 51% below the national figure. These disparities highlight the area’s unique crime profile, where violent incidents are less frequent but non-violent property and disorder crimes have shown marked fluctuations. Residents may find the drop in public order offences particularly reassuring, as this category often signals broader community safety concerns.

Ferndown’s crime rate in April 2024 (3.1 per 1,000) marked a 49.8% increase from March’s 2.1 per 1,000, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 319 residents — a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relative safety. Daily crime figures show an average of 2 crimes per day, a manageable number for a community of 15,332. While the rise from March is notable, the overall context remains one of low crime density, with Ferndown’s population-scaled perspective placing it far below national benchmarks. For example, the UK’s average of 7.7 per 1,000 means that a resident in Ferndown is over five times less likely to be a crime victim than someone in the UK average. This contrast is especially stark in categories like violence and sexual offences, where Ferndown’s rate is 57% below the UK average. Even with the recent upward trend, the area’s crime levels remain in line with its likely character as a small, possibly rural or semi-rural built-up area, where community ties and lower population density may act as natural deterrents to crime. These figures offer a nuanced picture: while the increase from March is a cause for local scrutiny, the broader context remains one of comparative safety.