Crime in Ferry: statistics, rates and trends
605 crimes were recorded in Ferry in the 12 months to July 2026, 52.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
605 crimes were recorded in Ferry in the 12 months to July 2026, 52.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 230 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Ferry has the 2,906th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Ferry | North Lincolnshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 605 | 16,325 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 52.7 | 95.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -0% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 11,478 | 171,336 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Ferry was highest in the year to July 2019 (672 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (521). Over the whole period it rose 9%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 605 | 52.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 606 | 52.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 586 | 51.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 633 | 55.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 521 | 45.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 576 | 50.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 559 | 48.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 672 | 58.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 554 | 48.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 73 |
| June 2026 | 40 |
| May 2026 | 54 |
| April 2026 | 51 |
| March 2026 | 49 |
| February 2026 | 49 |
| January 2026 | 47 |
| December 2025 | 41 |
| November 2025 | 42 |
| October 2025 | 57 |
| September 2025 | 50 |
| August 2025 | 52 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Ferry over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+71%) and vehicle crime (+20%).
The largest falls were in public order (-31%) and criminal damage and arson (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 230 | 20.0 | 0.59 | -9% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 65 | 5.7 | 0.37 | +71% |
| Other theft | 58 | 5.1 | 0.79 | +4% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 55 | 4.8 | 0.71 | -26% |
| Burglary | 47 | 4.1 | 1.16 | -6% |
| Public order | 44 | 3.8 | 0.58 | -31% |
| Vehicle crime | 42 | 3.7 | 0.74 | +20% |
| Other crime | 25 | 2.2 | 1.03 | +79% |
| Shoplifting | 22 | 1.9 | 0.23 | +340% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.6 | 0.63 | +40% |
| Drugs | 5 | 0.4 | 0.13 | -38% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.3 | 0.26 | +300% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.11 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Ferry
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Ferry recorded 230 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 38.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Ferry
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Ferry recorded 65 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 71% on the year before. It made up 10.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Ferry
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Ferry recorded 58 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Ferry
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Ferry recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Ferry
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Ferry recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Ferry
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Ferry recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Ferry
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Ferry recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Ferry
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Ferry recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 79% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Ferry
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Ferry recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 340% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Ferry
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Ferry recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Ferry
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Ferry recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Ferry
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Ferry recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Ferry
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Ferry recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Ferry, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Ferry.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton | 715 | 59.3 | +13% |
| Brigg & Wolds | 909 | 78.6 | +49% |
| Broughton & Scawby | 270 | 44.7 | -15% |
| Burton upon Stather & Winterton | 688 | 52.4 | -1% |
| Ashby Lakeside | 829 | 109.2 | +107% |
| Frodingham | 1,386 | 165.8 | +215% |
| Town | 2,626 | 288.2 | +447% |
| Ashby Central | 1,313 | 140.8 | +167% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Ferry over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 28 |
| On or near Barrow Road | 22 |
| On or near Pilgrim'S Close | 18 |
| On or near Eastfield Road | 16 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 16 |
| On or near Orchid Close | 15 |
| On or near School Lane | 14 |
| On or near St Deny'S Close | 14 |
| On or near Rosbrook Way | 14 |
| On or near High Street | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Ferry over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 195 | 32.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 195 | 32.2% |
| Not recorded | 65 | 10.7% |
| Under investigation | 51 | 8.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 41 | 6.8% |
| Local resolution | 19 | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 1.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.3% |
Ferry has an estimated population of 11,478. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Ferry sits in decile 5.2, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Ferry |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.0% |
| Social rented homes | 9.7% |
| Private rented homes | 16.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.2 |
Is Ferry a safe place to live?
Ferry recorded 52.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Ferry?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 230 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (65).
Is crime in Ferry going up or down?
Recorded crime in Ferry was almost unchanged on the year before: 605 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 606 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Ferry?
Ferry is policed by Humberside. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Ferry. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.