Crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames: statistics, rates and trends
717 crimes were recorded in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames in the 12 months to July 2026, 72.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames at a glance
- Crime trends in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
- Types of crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
- Barnes, Richmond upon Thames compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
- What happened after crimes were reported in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
- Population and deprivation in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
- Questions about crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
- About this data
717 crimes were recorded in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames in the 12 months to July 2026, 72.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 5% on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 223 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Barnes, Richmond upon Thames has the 2,126th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Barnes, Richmond upon Thames | Richmond upon Thames | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 717 | 14,398 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 72.4 | 73.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +5% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 9,902 | 196,678 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,011 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (683). Over the whole period it rose 5%, 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 | 717 | 72.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 684 | 69.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 874 | 88.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 859 | 86.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 867 | 87.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 828 | 83.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,011 | 102.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 783 | 79.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 683 | 69.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 51 |
| June 2026 | 72 |
| May 2026 | 86 |
| April 2026 | 73 |
| March 2026 | 65 |
| February 2026 | 58 |
| January 2026 | 48 |
| December 2025 | 53 |
| November 2025 | 57 |
| October 2025 | 53 |
| September 2025 | 40 |
| August 2025 | 61 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames 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, vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+66%) and public order (+48%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-58%) and drugs (-57%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 223 | 22.5 | 1.47 | +66% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 151 | 15.2 | 0.45 | -2% |
| Vehicle crime | 113 | 11.4 | 2.32 | -7% |
| Burglary | 59 | 6.0 | 1.68 | +9% |
| Other theft | 48 | 4.8 | 0.76 | +2% |
| Public order | 37 | 3.7 | 0.56 | +48% |
| Bicycle theft | 24 | 2.4 | 2.94 | +50% |
| Drugs | 23 | 2.3 | 0.71 | -57% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 | 1.5 | 0.22 | -58% |
| Theft from the person | 7 | 0.7 | 0.42 | -36% |
| Other crime | 5 | 0.5 | 0.24 | +400% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.5 | 0.37 | -64% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 0.5 | 0.06 | -69% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.21 | +100% |
Anti-social behaviour in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 223 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 66% on the year before. It made up 31.1% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 151 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 21.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 113 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 15.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 48% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 57% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 58% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 64% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 5 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 69% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Barnes, Richmond upon Thames, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Barnes, Richmond upon Thames.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Barnes, Richmond upon Thames |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mortlake & Barnes Common | 980 | 75.9 | +5% |
| East Sheen | 716 | 67.6 | -7% |
| Kew | 816 | 67.9 | -6% |
| North Richmond | 705 | 68.8 | -5% |
| South Richmond | 1,677 | 152.7 | +111% |
| Twickenham Riverside | 1,134 | 99.6 | +38% |
| St Margarets & North Twickenham | 894 | 73.4 | +1% |
| Ham, Petersham & Richmond Riverside | 709 | 65.3 | -10% |
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 Barnes, Richmond upon Thames over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 97 |
| On or near Byfeld Gardens | 52 |
| On or near Walnut Tree Close | 32 |
| On or near Howsman Road | 25 |
| On or near Kentwode Green | 24 |
| On or near Boileau Road | 23 |
| On or near Queen Elizabeth Walk | 23 |
| On or near Verdun Road | 20 |
| On or near Barnes High Street | 18 |
| On or near Swan Place | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames 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 | 268 | 37.4% |
| Not recorded | 223 | 31.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 144 | 20.1% |
| Under investigation | 47 | 6.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 17 | 2.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 5 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Barnes, Richmond upon Thames has an estimated population of 9,902. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames sits in decile 7.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Barnes, Richmond upon Thames |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 57.1% |
| Social rented homes | 16.4% |
| Private rented homes | 26.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.9 |
Is Barnes, Richmond upon Thames a safe place to live?
Barnes, Richmond upon Thames recorded 72.4 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 Barnes, Richmond upon Thames?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 223 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (151).
Is crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames going up or down?
Recorded crime in Barnes, Richmond upon Thames was up 5% on the year before: 717 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 684 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Barnes, Richmond upon Thames?
Barnes, Richmond upon Thames 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 Barnes, Richmond upon Thames. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.