Crime in Arnos Grove: statistics, rates and trends
690 crimes were recorded in Arnos Grove in the 12 months to July 2026, 71.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Arnos Grove at a glance
- Crime trends in Arnos Grove
- Types of crime in Arnos Grove
- Arnos Grove compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Arnos Grove
- What happened after crimes were reported in Arnos Grove
- Population and deprivation in Arnos Grove
- Questions about crime in Arnos Grove
- About this data
690 crimes were recorded in Arnos Grove in the 12 months to July 2026, 71.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 159 reports (23% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Arnos Grove has the 2,184th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Arnos Grove | Enfield | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 690 | 36,957 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 71.1 | 112.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 9,708 | 327,434 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Arnos Grove was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,086 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (690). Over the whole period it fell 22%, 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 | 690 | 71.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 744 | 76.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 769 | 79.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 728 | 75.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 843 | 86.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,043 | 107.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,086 | 111.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 948 | 97.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 883 | 91.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 77 |
| June 2026 | 54 |
| May 2026 | 62 |
| April 2026 | 46 |
| March 2026 | 66 |
| February 2026 | 44 |
| January 2026 | 49 |
| December 2025 | 38 |
| November 2025 | 70 |
| October 2025 | 70 |
| September 2025 | 60 |
| August 2025 | 54 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Arnos Grove 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 vehicle crime, burglary, robbery.
The largest increases were in theft from the person (+24%) and robbery (+18%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-36%) and other theft (-28%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 159 | 16.4 | 0.48 | +5% |
| Vehicle crime | 124 | 12.8 | 2.59 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 118 | 12.2 | 0.79 | -26% |
| Burglary | 82 | 8.4 | 2.39 | +11% |
| Other theft | 49 | 5.0 | 0.79 | -28% |
| Drugs | 26 | 2.7 | 0.82 | +13% |
| Robbery | 26 | 2.7 | 1.98 | +18% |
| Theft from the person | 26 | 2.7 | 1.59 | +24% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 25 | 2.6 | 0.38 | -36% |
| Public order | 24 | 2.5 | 0.37 | -11% |
| Shoplifting | 14 | 1.4 | 0.17 | +75% |
| Other crime | 8 | 0.8 | 0.39 | -33% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.5 | 0.53 | +150% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.4 | 0.50 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Arnos Grove
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Arnos Grove recorded 159 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 23.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Arnos Grove
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Arnos Grove recorded 124 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 18.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Arnos Grove
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Arnos Grove recorded 118 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 17.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Arnos Grove
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Arnos Grove recorded 82 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 11.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Arnos Grove
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Arnos Grove recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Arnos Grove
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Arnos Grove recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Arnos Grove
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Arnos Grove recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Arnos Grove
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Arnos Grove recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 24% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Arnos Grove
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Arnos Grove recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Arnos Grove
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Arnos Grove recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Arnos Grove
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Arnos Grove recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 75% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Arnos Grove
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Arnos Grove recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Arnos Grove
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Arnos Grove recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Arnos Grove
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Arnos Grove recorded 4 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Arnos Grove, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Arnos Grove.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Arnos Grove |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Southgate | 1,343 | 124.5 | +75% |
| Palmers Green | 1,048 | 115.0 | +62% |
| Bowes | 786 | 74.7 | +5% |
| Southgate | 1,201 | 89.4 | +26% |
| Winchmore Hill | 719 | 71.6 | +1% |
| Highfield | 788 | 67.7 | -5% |
| Oakwood | 569 | 64.7 | -9% |
| Grange Park | 529 | 69.7 | -2% |
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 Arnos Grove over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Bowes Road | 122 |
| On or near Arnos Grove | 32 |
| On or near Cannon Hill Mews | 31 |
| On or near Ashridge Gardens | 28 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 23 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 19 |
| On or near Pymmes Close | 18 |
| On or near Seafield Road | 17 |
| On or near Alderman'S Hill | 16 |
| On or near The Green | 16 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Arnos Grove 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 | 343 | 49.7% |
| Not recorded | 118 | 17.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 117 | 17.0% |
| Under investigation | 56 | 8.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 21 | 3.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 2.2% |
| Local resolution | 10 | 1.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 0.4% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Arnos Grove has an estimated population of 9,708. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Arnos Grove sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Arnos Grove |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.6% |
| Social rented homes | 3.0% |
| Private rented homes | 22.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is Arnos Grove a safe place to live?
Arnos Grove recorded 71.1 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 Arnos Grove?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 159 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (124).
Is crime in Arnos Grove going up or down?
Recorded crime in Arnos Grove was down 7% on the year before: 690 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 744 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Arnos Grove?
Arnos Grove 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 Arnos Grove. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.