Ferndown Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Ferndown, a built-up area within Dorset, the per-capita crime rate in March 2024 was 2.1 per 1,000 residents — a figure that translates to a very low risk for individuals. This rate is 72.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a community where crime is not a frequent concern. The most common crime types were property-related, with 17 incidents (53.1% of total crimes) and violent crimes (8 incidents, 25.0%). Property crimes, particularly other theft (15.6% share) and criminal damage (18.8% share), dominated the landscape, though these rates remain significantly below national averages. Seasonal factors may influence patterns: as March transitions to spring, longer evenings could drive increases in certain crimes. For instance, anti-social behaviour fell sharply, linked to reduced winter-related disputes, while theft from the person rose. The area's character — likely a small town with limited commercial density — may contribute to lower rates of violent crime and property theft compared to larger urban centres. Residents may find comfort in knowing that, despite occasional spikes, the overall risk remains minimal, with most households unlikely to encounter crime in a given month.

March 2024 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to one reported incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores the vulnerability of individuals in public spaces. Conversely, anti-social behaviour plummeted by 75% compared to February, with incidents dropping from 12 to 3 — a shift that may partly reflect seasonal changes as evenings lengthen and community activity patterns evolve. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts with the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Ferndown were 81% below the national rate, while vehicle crime was 79% below. These figures suggest that the area's built-up character, possibly with limited nightlife or commercial hubs, contributes to lower rates of violent and property-related crimes. For residents, the 3.1% share of theft from the person — though a single incident — serves as a reminder to remain vigilant in crowded areas.

Ferndown's crime rate in March 2024 fell to 2.1 per 1,000 residents, a 17.7% drop from February's 2.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced anti-social behaviour, which fell by 75% month-on-month. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day in March — a figure that, while local to Ferndown, illustrates the area's consistently low crime density. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 479 residents, a ratio that places the area well below the UK average. This monthly exposure metric helps contextualise risk for residents: even in a month with no major spikes, the likelihood of encountering crime remains minimal. The population-scaled perspective reinforces this — with 15,332 residents, the 32 reported crimes represent a very low proportion of the community, suggesting that crime is not a daily concern for most households.