Crime in Chadwell: statistics, rates and trends
1,363 crimes were recorded in Chadwell in the 12 months to July 2026, 83.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 13% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Chadwell at a glance
- Crime trends in Chadwell
- Types of crime in Chadwell
- Chadwell compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Chadwell
- What happened after crimes were reported in Chadwell
- Population and deprivation in Chadwell
- Questions about crime in Chadwell
- About this data
1,363 crimes were recorded in Chadwell in the 12 months to July 2026, 83.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower 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 479 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Chadwell has the 1,725th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Chadwell | Redbridge | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,363 | 30,687 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 83.3 | 95.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +13% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 16,366 | 321,231 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Chadwell was highest in the year to July 2026 (1,363 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (965). Over the whole period it rose 29%, 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 | 1,363 | 83.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,209 | 73.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,215 | 74.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,118 | 68.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,159 | 70.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,264 | 77.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,126 | 68.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 965 | 59.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,059 | 64.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 117 |
| June 2026 | 113 |
| May 2026 | 136 |
| April 2026 | 118 |
| March 2026 | 107 |
| February 2026 | 108 |
| January 2026 | 77 |
| December 2025 | 116 |
| November 2025 | 94 |
| October 2025 | 130 |
| September 2025 | 123 |
| August 2025 | 124 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Chadwell 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 shoplifting, vehicle crime, drugs.
The largest increases were in drugs (+51%) and violence and sexual offences (+27%). The largest falls were in other crime (-44%) and burglary (-44%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 479 | 29.3 | 0.85 | +27% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 229 | 14.0 | 0.91 | +7% |
| Shoplifting | 189 | 11.5 | 1.39 | +16% |
| Vehicle crime | 103 | 6.3 | 1.28 | +16% |
| Drugs | 68 | 4.2 | 1.27 | +51% |
| Public order | 67 | 4.1 | 0.62 | +22% |
| Other theft | 65 | 4.0 | 0.62 | -2% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 51 | 3.1 | 0.46 | -9% |
| Robbery | 37 | 2.3 | 1.67 | +19% |
| Burglary | 29 | 1.8 | 0.50 | -44% |
| Other crime | 15 | 0.9 | 0.43 | -44% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 0.7 | 0.69 | +22% |
| Theft from the person | 11 | 0.7 | 0.40 | -39% |
| Bicycle theft | 9 | 0.5 | 0.67 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Chadwell
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Chadwell recorded 479 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 35.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Chadwell
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Chadwell recorded 229 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 16.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Chadwell
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Chadwell recorded 189 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 13.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Chadwell
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Chadwell recorded 103 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 up 16% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Chadwell
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Chadwell recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 51% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Chadwell
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Chadwell recorded 67 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Chadwell
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Chadwell recorded 65 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Chadwell
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Chadwell recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Chadwell
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Chadwell recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Chadwell
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Chadwell recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Chadwell
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Chadwell recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Chadwell
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Chadwell recorded 11 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 22% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Chadwell
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Chadwell recorded 11 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 39% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Chadwell
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Chadwell recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Chadwell, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Chadwell.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Chadwell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Kings | 3,031 | 170.3 | +105% |
| Goodmayes | 1,644 | 105.7 | +27% |
| Newbury | 893 | 67.1 | -19% |
| Aldborough | 1,542 | 89.3 | +7% |
| Mayfield | 947 | 56.5 | -32% |
| Ilford Town | 3,137 | 220.5 | +165% |
| Clementswood | 2,228 | 147.5 | +77% |
| Valentines | 1,459 | 96.9 | +16% |
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 Chadwell over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 197 |
| On or near Little Heath | 39 |
| On or near Bexley Gardens | 38 |
| On or near Serpentine Close | 30 |
| On or near Glandford Way | 27 |
| On or near Mayesford Road | 27 |
| On or near Pavement Mews | 27 |
| On or near Hawkridge Close | 26 |
| On or near Rathore Close | 26 |
| On or near Shepherds Close | 25 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Chadwell 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 | 430 | 31.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 396 | 29.1% |
| Not recorded | 229 | 16.8% |
| Under investigation | 115 | 8.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 61 | 4.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 54 | 4.0% |
| Local resolution | 28 | 2.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 24 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 17 | 1.2% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 5 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Chadwell has an estimated population of 16,366. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Chadwell sits in decile 4.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Chadwell |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 24.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 58.3% |
| Social rented homes | 13.3% |
| Private rented homes | 28.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.5 |
Is Chadwell a safe place to live?
Chadwell recorded 83.3 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 Chadwell?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 479 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (229).
Is crime in Chadwell going up or down?
Recorded crime in Chadwell was up 13% on the year before: 1,363 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,209 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Chadwell?
Chadwell 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 Chadwell. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.