Crime in Colindale South: statistics, rates and trends
2,215 crimes were recorded in Colindale South in the 12 months to July 2026, 109.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Colindale South at a glance
- Crime trends in Colindale South
- Types of crime in Colindale South
- Colindale South compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Colindale South
- What happened after crimes were reported in Colindale South
- Population and deprivation in Colindale South
- Questions about crime in Colindale South
- About this data
2,215 crimes were recorded in Colindale South in the 12 months to July 2026, 109.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 5% on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 687 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Colindale South has the 1,029th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Colindale South | Barnet | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,215 | 37,559 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 109.1 | 92.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +5% | +5% | -1% |
| Population | 20,307 | 405,050 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Colindale South was highest in the year to July 2026 (2,215 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (997). Over the whole period it rose 110%, 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 | 2,215 | 109.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,105 | 103.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,943 | 95.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,614 | 79.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,401 | 69.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,404 | 69.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,244 | 61.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 997 | 49.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,055 | 52.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 191 |
| June 2026 | 200 |
| May 2026 | 219 |
| April 2026 | 169 |
| March 2026 | 161 |
| February 2026 | 186 |
| January 2026 | 174 |
| December 2025 | 206 |
| November 2025 | 173 |
| October 2025 | 193 |
| September 2025 | 165 |
| August 2025 | 178 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Colindale South 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, other theft, burglary.
The largest increases were in theft from the person (+37%) and public order (+34%). The largest falls were in drugs (-45%) and shoplifting (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 687 | 33.8 | 2.21 | +8% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 564 | 27.8 | 0.81 | +6% |
| Other theft | 178 | 8.8 | 1.37 | +7% |
| Public order | 168 | 8.3 | 1.25 | +34% |
| Burglary | 136 | 6.7 | 1.89 | +15% |
| Vehicle crime | 107 | 5.3 | 1.07 | +11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 92 | 4.5 | 0.67 | -10% |
| Drugs | 85 | 4.2 | 1.28 | -45% |
| Theft from the person | 67 | 3.3 | 1.95 | +37% |
| Shoplifting | 36 | 1.8 | 0.21 | -18% |
| Robbery | 30 | 1.5 | 1.09 | +3% |
| Bicycle theft | 23 | 1.1 | 1.38 | +53% |
| Other crime | 23 | 1.1 | 0.54 | -18% |
| Possession of weapons | 19 | 0.9 | 0.96 | +111% |
Anti-social behaviour in Colindale South
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Colindale South recorded 687 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 31.0% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Colindale South
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Colindale South recorded 564 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 25.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Colindale South
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Colindale South recorded 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Colindale South
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Colindale South recorded 168 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 34% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Colindale South
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Colindale South recorded 136 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Colindale South
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Colindale South recorded 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Colindale South
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Colindale South recorded 92 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Colindale South
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Colindale South recorded 85 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 down 45% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Colindale South
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Colindale South recorded 67 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Colindale South
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Colindale South recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Colindale South
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Colindale South recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Colindale South
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Colindale South recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 53% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Colindale South
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Colindale South recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Colindale South
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Colindale South recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 111% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Colindale South, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Colindale South.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Colindale South |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colindale North | 1,175 | 87.4 | -20% |
| West Hendon | 3,068 | 145.3 | +33% |
| Burnt Oak | 2,628 | 110.7 | +2% |
| Hendon | 2,608 | 118.3 | +8% |
| Mill Hill | 1,178 | 66.0 | -40% |
| Edgware | 1,677 | 95.6 | -12% |
| Finchley Church End | 1,446 | 78.1 | -28% |
| Golders Green | 1,378 | 76.7 | -30% |
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 Colindale South over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Police Station | 266 |
| On or near Aerodrome Road | 258 |
| On or near Varley Parade | 148 |
| On or near The Hyde | 96 |
| On or near Supermarket | 87 |
| On or near Orchard Gate | 84 |
| On or near Boulevard Drive | 77 |
| On or near Beaufort Square | 75 |
| On or near East Drive | 68 |
| On or near Commander Avenue | 62 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Colindale South 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 687 | 31.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 648 | 29.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 323 | 14.6% |
| Under investigation | 240 | 10.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 121 | 5.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 118 | 5.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 26 | 1.2% |
| Local resolution | 23 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 9 | 0.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.3% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 6 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.3% |
Colindale South has an estimated population of 20,307. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Colindale South sits in decile 5.3, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Colindale South |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 75.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 36.8% |
| Social rented homes | 18.8% |
| Private rented homes | 44.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.3 |
Is Colindale South a safe place to live?
Colindale South recorded 109.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Colindale South?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 687 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (564).
Is crime in Colindale South going up or down?
Recorded crime in Colindale South was up 5% on the year before: 2,215 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,105 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Colindale South?
Colindale South 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 Colindale South. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.