Ceres's north polar region shows far more cratering than the equatorial region, with the eastern equatorial region in particular comparatively lightly cratered. The overall size frequency of craters of between twenty and a hundred kilometres (10–60mi) is consistent with their having originated in the Late Heavy Bombardment, with craters outside the ancient polar regions likely erased by early cryovolcanism.
Ceres's northern polar area exhibits significantly more cratering than its equatorial region, particularly the eastern part of the equator. The overall distribution of craters between 20 and 100 kilometers in diameter is consistent with their formation during the Late Heavy Bombardment, while those outside the ancient polar regions were likely erased by early cryovolcanic activity.