Crime in Barnhill: statistics, rates and trends
1,624 crimes were recorded in Barnhill in the 12 months to July 2026, 165.1 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 18% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Barnhill at a glance
- Crime trends in Barnhill
- Types of crime in Barnhill
- Barnhill compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Barnhill
- What happened after crimes were reported in Barnhill
- Population and deprivation in Barnhill
- Questions about crime in Barnhill
- About this data
1,624 crimes were recorded in Barnhill in the 12 months to July 2026, 165.1 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 18% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 376 reports (23% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Barnhill has the 331st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Barnhill | Brent | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,624 | 43,138 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 165.1 | 122.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +18% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 9,836 | 352,976 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Barnhill was highest in the year to July 2026 (1,624 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (987). Over the whole period it rose 65%, 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 | 1,624 | 165.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,374 | 139.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,538 | 156.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,372 | 139.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,098 | 111.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,107 | 112.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,005 | 102.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,064 | 108.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 987 | 100.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 100 |
| June 2026 | 133 |
| May 2026 | 153 |
| April 2026 | 130 |
| March 2026 | 135 |
| February 2026 | 143 |
| January 2026 | 125 |
| December 2025 | 132 |
| November 2025 | 128 |
| October 2025 | 168 |
| September 2025 | 164 |
| August 2025 | 113 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Barnhill 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, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in drugs (+115%) and other theft (+30%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-28%) and criminal damage and arson (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 376 | 38.2 | 1.12 | +18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 367 | 37.3 | 2.43 | +29% |
| Drugs | 211 | 21.5 | 6.56 | +115% |
| Theft from the person | 117 | 11.9 | 7.04 | +10% |
| Other theft | 104 | 10.6 | 1.65 | +30% |
| Shoplifting | 94 | 9.6 | 1.15 | -28% |
| Public order | 80 | 8.1 | 1.22 | -7% |
| Vehicle crime | 73 | 7.4 | 1.51 | +1% |
| Robbery | 58 | 5.9 | 4.37 | +7% |
| Burglary | 49 | 5.0 | 1.41 | -11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 48 | 4.9 | 0.72 | -23% |
| Other crime | 20 | 2.0 | 0.96 | +43% |
| Possession of weapons | 17 | 1.7 | 1.78 | +89% |
| Bicycle theft | 10 | 1.0 | 1.24 | +150% |
Violence and sexual offences in Barnhill
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Barnhill recorded 376 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (38.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 23.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Barnhill
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Barnhill recorded 367 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (37.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 22.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Barnhill
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Barnhill recorded 211 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 115% on the year before. It made up 13.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Barnhill
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Barnhill recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Barnhill
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Barnhill recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Barnhill
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Barnhill recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Barnhill
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Barnhill recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Barnhill
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Barnhill recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Barnhill
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Barnhill recorded 58 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Barnhill
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Barnhill recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Barnhill
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Barnhill recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Barnhill
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Barnhill recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Barnhill
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Barnhill recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 89% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Barnhill
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Barnhill recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Barnhill, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Barnhill.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Barnhill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wembley Park | 2,511 | 162.9 | -1% |
| Welsh Harp | 1,369 | 73.5 | -56% |
| Wembley Hill | 2,673 | 160.2 | -3% |
| Preston | 857 | 73.8 | -55% |
| Tokyngton | 812 | 77.6 | -53% |
| Kenton | 1,909 | 94.1 | -43% |
| Dollis Hill | 2,488 | 113.3 | -31% |
| Wembley Central | 1,913 | 113.6 | -31% |
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 Barnhill over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Bridge Road | 329 |
| On or near Supermarket | 244 |
| On or near The Close | 83 |
| On or near Blackbird Hill | 58 |
| On or near A4088 | 51 |
| On or near The Drive | 48 |
| On or near Rook Close | 46 |
| On or near Barnhill Road | 34 |
| On or near Chalkhill Road | 34 |
| On or near Windsor Crescent | 32 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Barnhill 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 | 438 | 27.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 388 | 23.9% |
| Not recorded | 367 | 22.6% |
| Under investigation | 192 | 11.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 87 | 5.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 71 | 4.4% |
| Local resolution | 44 | 2.7% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 15 | 0.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 0.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 0.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Barnhill has an estimated population of 9,836. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Barnhill sits in decile 3.7, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Barnhill |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 66.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 39.4% |
| Social rented homes | 28.6% |
| Private rented homes | 31.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.7 |
Is Barnhill a safe place to live?
Barnhill recorded 165.1 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 Barnhill?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 376 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (367).
Is crime in Barnhill going up or down?
Recorded crime in Barnhill was up 18% on the year before: 1,624 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,374 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Barnhill?
Barnhill 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 Barnhill. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.