Crime in Alperton: statistics, rates and trends
1,934 crimes were recorded in Alperton in the 12 months to July 2026, 113.1 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 13% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Alperton at a glance
- Crime trends in Alperton
- Types of crime in Alperton
- Alperton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Alperton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Alperton
- Population and deprivation in Alperton
- Questions about crime in Alperton
- About this data
1,934 crimes were recorded in Alperton in the 12 months to July 2026, 113.1 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 13% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 450 reports (23% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Alperton has the 950th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Alperton | Brent | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,934 | 43,138 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 113.1 | 122.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +13% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 17,106 | 352,976 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Alperton was highest in the year to July 2026 (1,934 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (1,425). Over the whole period it rose 30%, 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 | 1,934 | 113.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,716 | 100.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,577 | 92.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,479 | 86.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,475 | 86.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,797 | 105.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,742 | 101.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,425 | 83.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,486 | 86.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 150 |
| June 2026 | 143 |
| May 2026 | 182 |
| April 2026 | 169 |
| March 2026 | 158 |
| February 2026 | 136 |
| January 2026 | 124 |
| December 2025 | 145 |
| November 2025 | 200 |
| October 2025 | 244 |
| September 2025 | 141 |
| August 2025 | 142 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Alperton 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. Rates were well above the national level for anti-social behaviour, drugs, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in public order (+76%) and drugs (+55%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-21%) and theft from the person (-11%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 450 | 26.3 | 0.77 | +11% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 348 | 20.3 | 1.33 | -5% |
| Drugs | 217 | 12.7 | 3.88 | +55% |
| Shoplifting | 217 | 12.7 | 1.53 | +42% |
| Other theft | 168 | 9.8 | 1.54 | -8% |
| Vehicle crime | 115 | 6.7 | 1.36 | +6% |
| Public order | 109 | 6.4 | 0.96 | +76% |
| Burglary | 81 | 4.7 | 1.34 | +19% |
| Theft from the person | 67 | 3.9 | 2.32 | -11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 62 | 3.6 | 0.53 | -21% |
| Robbery | 57 | 3.3 | 2.47 | +36% |
| Other crime | 25 | 1.5 | 0.69 | +47% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 0.7 | 0.72 | +300% |
| Bicycle theft | 6 | 0.4 | 0.43 | -57% |
Violence and sexual offences in Alperton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Alperton recorded 450 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 23.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Alperton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Alperton recorded 348 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 18.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Alperton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Alperton recorded 217 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 55% on the year before. It made up 11.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Alperton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Alperton recorded 217 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 11.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Alperton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Alperton recorded 168 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Alperton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Alperton recorded 115 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Alperton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Alperton recorded 109 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 76% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Alperton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Alperton recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Alperton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Alperton recorded 67 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Alperton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Alperton recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Alperton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Alperton recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Alperton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Alperton recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 47% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Alperton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Alperton recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Alperton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Alperton recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 57% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Alperton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Alperton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Alperton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wembley Central | 1,913 | 113.6 | +0% |
| Tokyngton | 812 | 77.6 | -31% |
| Wembley Hill | 2,673 | 160.2 | +42% |
| Stonebridge | 3,241 | 148.0 | +31% |
| Sudbury | 1,148 | 74.8 | -34% |
| Wembley Park | 2,511 | 162.9 | +44% |
| Northwick Park | 494 | 45.9 | -59% |
| Preston | 857 | 73.8 | -35% |
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 Alperton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 259 |
| On or near Beresford Avenue | 86 |
| On or near Wycombe Road | 83 |
| On or near Hanger Lane | 73 |
| On or near Newcombe Park | 67 |
| On or near Northwick Road | 66 |
| On or near Hatton Road | 47 |
| On or near Marquis Close | 39 |
| On or near Eagle Road | 39 |
| On or near Longley Avenue | 38 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Alperton 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 674 | 34.9% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 499 | 25.8% |
| Not recorded | 348 | 18.0% |
| Under investigation | 230 | 11.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 69 | 3.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 51 | 2.6% |
| Local resolution | 34 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 16 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 0.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 2 | 0.1% |
Alperton has an estimated population of 17,106. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Alperton sits in decile 3.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Alperton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 70.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 47.8% |
| Social rented homes | 13.9% |
| Private rented homes | 38.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.2 |
Is Alperton a safe place to live?
Alperton recorded 113.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Alperton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 450 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (348).
Is crime in Alperton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Alperton was up 13% on the year before: 1,934 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,716 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Alperton?
Alperton is policed by Metropolitan Police. 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 Alperton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.