Crime in Barkingside: statistics, rates and trends
945 crimes were recorded in Barkingside in the 12 months to July 2026, 63.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Barkingside at a glance
- Crime trends in Barkingside
- Types of crime in Barkingside
- Barkingside compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Barkingside
- What happened after crimes were reported in Barkingside
- Population and deprivation in Barkingside
- Questions about crime in Barkingside
- About this data
945 crimes were recorded in Barkingside in the 12 months to July 2026, 63.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 330 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Barkingside has the 2,479th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Barkingside | Redbridge | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 945 | 30,687 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 63.4 | 95.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 14,901 | 321,231 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Barkingside was highest in the year to July 2022 (1,208 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (873). Over the whole period it fell 16%, 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 | 945 | 63.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 873 | 58.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 893 | 59.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,046 | 70.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,208 | 81.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,199 | 80.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,198 | 80.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,061 | 71.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,130 | 75.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 89 |
| June 2026 | 81 |
| May 2026 | 87 |
| April 2026 | 61 |
| March 2026 | 80 |
| February 2026 | 60 |
| January 2026 | 58 |
| December 2025 | 81 |
| November 2025 | 75 |
| October 2025 | 84 |
| September 2025 | 95 |
| August 2025 | 94 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Barkingside 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.
The largest increases were in public order (+61%) and violence and sexual offences (+38%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-28%) and other theft (-25%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 330 | 22.1 | 0.65 | +38% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 250 | 16.8 | 1.09 | +1% |
| Vehicle crime | 94 | 6.3 | 1.28 | -12% |
| Other theft | 50 | 3.4 | 0.52 | -25% |
| Public order | 50 | 3.4 | 0.51 | +61% |
| Burglary | 47 | 3.2 | 0.89 | +0% |
| Drugs | 29 | 1.9 | 0.60 | +26% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 28 | 1.9 | 0.28 | -28% |
| Theft from the person | 21 | 1.4 | 0.83 | +62% |
| Other crime | 19 | 1.3 | 0.60 | -5% |
| Robbery | 10 | 0.7 | 0.50 | -33% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.5 | 0.48 | +250% |
| Shoplifting | 7 | 0.5 | 0.06 | -53% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.2 | 0.24 | -57% |
Violence and sexual offences in Barkingside
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Barkingside recorded 330 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 34.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Barkingside
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Barkingside recorded 250 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 26.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Barkingside
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Barkingside recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Barkingside
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Barkingside recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Barkingside
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Barkingside recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 61% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Barkingside
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Barkingside recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Barkingside
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Barkingside recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Barkingside
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Barkingside recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Barkingside
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Barkingside recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 62% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Barkingside
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Barkingside recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Barkingside
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Barkingside recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Barkingside
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Barkingside recorded 7 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 250% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Barkingside
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Barkingside recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 53% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Barkingside
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Barkingside recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 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 Barkingside, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Barkingside.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Barkingside |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayhall | 1,013 | 69.8 | +10% |
| Cranbrook | 1,275 | 90.9 | +43% |
| Aldborough | 1,542 | 89.3 | +41% |
| Fullwell | 1,181 | 71.6 | +13% |
| Valentines | 1,459 | 96.9 | +53% |
| Newbury | 893 | 67.1 | +6% |
| Ilford Town | 3,137 | 220.5 | +248% |
| Fairlop | 1,350 | 89.2 | +41% |
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 Barkingside over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Nightclub | 92 |
| On or near Avery Gardens | 68 |
| On or near A123 | 61 |
| On or near Little Gearies | 49 |
| On or near Headley Approach | 47 |
| On or near Wayside Mews | 42 |
| On or near Wycombe Road | 39 |
| On or near Sussex Close | 33 |
| On or near Beehive Lane | 28 |
| On or near Lindale Close | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Barkingside 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 | 264 | 27.9% |
| Not recorded | 250 | 26.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 223 | 23.6% |
| Under investigation | 95 | 10.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 47 | 5.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 33 | 3.5% |
| Local resolution | 16 | 1.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 9 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 0.7% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Barkingside has an estimated population of 14,901. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Barkingside sits in decile 7.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Barkingside |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.0% |
| Social rented homes | 6.0% |
| Private rented homes | 27.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.0 |
Is Barkingside a safe place to live?
Barkingside recorded 63.4 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 Barkingside?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 330 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (250).
Is crime in Barkingside going up or down?
Recorded crime in Barkingside was up 8% on the year before: 945 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 873 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Barkingside?
Barkingside 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 Barkingside. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.