Ferndale, WA Crime


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Located in Whatcom County, Ferndale, WA is a small, peaceful city known for its close-knit community and beautiful parks. However, like all cities, it is not immune to crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Ferndale is 11.2, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This means that while violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide do occur in Ferndale, they are less frequent compared to other cities in the United States. On the other hand, property crime, which includes theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft, is slightly higher in Ferndale at 37.6, just above the national average of 35.4. This context provides insight into the overall crime rate in Ferndale, highlighting the city's efforts to maintain a safe and secure environment for its residents.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Ferndale violent crime is 11.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Ferndale property crime is 37.6. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Ferndale, WA Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pop. Miles Data
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Bellingham, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Lynden, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Blaine, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock112017
Everson, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock112019
Sumas, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock182019
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Lynden, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock92019
Anacortes, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock252019
Sedro-Woolley, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock292019
Mount Vernon, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock332019
Oak Harbor, WA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock392019

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Over 17 years ago

Ferndale is expensive. Its a great place, next to the ocean, safe, close to local Bellingham nightlife, lots of scenery and parks but it's just too unaffordable. I'm a  More

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Over 18 years ago

Our property taxes went up 45% this year. Guess we shouldn't have weeded the yard or mowed the lawn! Gas prices are 40 cents per gallon higher than the national  More

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