Crime in Churchfields: statistics, rates and trends
1,472 crimes were recorded in Churchfields in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Churchfields at a glance
- Crime trends in Churchfields
- Types of crime in Churchfields
- Churchfields compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Churchfields
- What happened after crimes were reported in Churchfields
- Population and deprivation in Churchfields
- Questions about crime in Churchfields
- About this data
1,472 crimes were recorded in Churchfields in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 359 reports (24% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Churchfields has the 1,742nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Churchfields | Redbridge | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,472 | 30,687 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 82.8 | 95.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 17,774 | 321,231 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Churchfields was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,553 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (1,364). Over the whole period it fell 4%, 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 | 1,472 | 82.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,504 | 84.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,536 | 86.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,367 | 76.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,469 | 82.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,553 | 87.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,513 | 85.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,364 | 76.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,534 | 86.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 107 |
| June 2026 | 109 |
| May 2026 | 122 |
| April 2026 | 134 |
| March 2026 | 102 |
| February 2026 | 97 |
| January 2026 | 123 |
| December 2025 | 139 |
| November 2025 | 137 |
| October 2025 | 135 |
| September 2025 | 152 |
| August 2025 | 115 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Churchfields 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, burglary.
The largest increases were in burglary (+71%) and shoplifting (+29%). The largest falls were in drugs (-44%) and criminal damage and arson (-37%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 359 | 20.2 | 0.59 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 255 | 14.3 | 0.94 | -6% |
| Shoplifting | 202 | 11.4 | 1.37 | +29% |
| Vehicle crime | 157 | 8.8 | 1.79 | -31% |
| Other theft | 119 | 6.7 | 1.05 | -1% |
| Burglary | 108 | 6.1 | 1.72 | +71% |
| Public order | 70 | 3.9 | 0.59 | +6% |
| Drugs | 50 | 2.8 | 0.86 | -44% |
| Robbery | 50 | 2.8 | 2.08 | -2% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 44 | 2.5 | 0.37 | -37% |
| Theft from the person | 34 | 1.9 | 1.13 | +17% |
| Other crime | 17 | 1.0 | 0.45 | +21% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.3 | 0.35 | +20% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | -88% |
Violence and sexual offences in Churchfields
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Churchfields recorded 359 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 24.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Churchfields
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Churchfields recorded 255 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 17.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Churchfields
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Churchfields recorded 202 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 13.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Churchfields
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Churchfields recorded 157 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 10.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Churchfields
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Churchfields recorded 119 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Churchfields
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Churchfields recorded 108 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 71% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Churchfields
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Churchfields recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Churchfields
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Churchfields recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Churchfields
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Churchfields recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Churchfields
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Churchfields recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Churchfields
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Churchfields recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Churchfields
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Churchfields recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Churchfields
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Churchfields recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Churchfields
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Churchfields recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 88% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Churchfields, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Churchfields.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Churchfields |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Woodford | 635 | 60.4 | -27% |
| Bridge | 737 | 61.2 | -26% |
| Monkhams | 438 | 47.5 | -43% |
| Wanstead Village | 1,325 | 100.1 | +21% |
| Clayhall | 1,013 | 69.8 | -16% |
| Fullwell | 1,181 | 71.6 | -14% |
| Barkingside | 945 | 63.4 | -23% |
| Wanstead Park | 538 | 70.2 | -15% |
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 Churchfields over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near The Shrubberies | 302 |
| On or near Liston Way | 86 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 44 |
| On or near Coopersale Close | 42 |
| On or near Supermarket | 42 |
| On or near Radley'S Lane | 40 |
| On or near Avondale Court | 27 |
| On or near Raven Road | 26 |
| On or near Fieldhouse Close | 25 |
| On or near Savill Row | 25 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Churchfields 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 | 624 | 42.4% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 306 | 20.8% |
| Not recorded | 255 | 17.3% |
| Under investigation | 98 | 6.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 74 | 5.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 68 | 4.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 19 | 1.3% |
| Local resolution | 18 | 1.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Churchfields has an estimated population of 17,774. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Churchfields sits in decile 6.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Churchfields |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 56.1% |
| Social rented homes | 15.5% |
| Private rented homes | 28.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.8 |
Is Churchfields a safe place to live?
Churchfields recorded 82.8 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 Churchfields?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 359 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (255).
Is crime in Churchfields going up or down?
Recorded crime in Churchfields was down 2% on the year before: 1,472 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,504 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Churchfields?
Churchfields 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 Churchfields. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.