Crime in Goodmayes: statistics, rates and trends
1,644 crimes were recorded in Goodmayes in the 12 months to July 2026, 105.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Goodmayes at a glance
- Crime trends in Goodmayes
- Types of crime in Goodmayes
- Goodmayes compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Goodmayes
- What happened after crimes were reported in Goodmayes
- Population and deprivation in Goodmayes
- Questions about crime in Goodmayes
- About this data
1,644 crimes were recorded in Goodmayes in the 12 months to July 2026, 105.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 539 reports (33% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Goodmayes has the 1,101st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Goodmayes | Redbridge | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,644 | 30,687 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 105.7 | 95.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 15,557 | 321,231 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Goodmayes was highest in the year to July 2026 (1,644 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,439). Over the whole period it rose 14%, 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 | 1,644 | 105.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,619 | 104.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,489 | 95.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,537 | 98.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,570 | 100.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,581 | 101.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,534 | 98.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,460 | 93.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,439 | 92.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 146 |
| June 2026 | 136 |
| May 2026 | 157 |
| April 2026 | 129 |
| March 2026 | 138 |
| February 2026 | 122 |
| January 2026 | 146 |
| December 2025 | 155 |
| November 2025 | 121 |
| October 2025 | 143 |
| September 2025 | 130 |
| August 2025 | 121 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Goodmayes 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 vehicle crime (+24%) and public order (+20%). The largest falls were in other crime (-56%) and drugs (-47%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 539 | 34.6 | 1.01 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 415 | 26.7 | 1.74 | +7% |
| Vehicle crime | 203 | 13.0 | 2.65 | +24% |
| Other theft | 90 | 5.8 | 0.90 | -17% |
| Public order | 83 | 5.3 | 0.80 | +20% |
| Burglary | 72 | 4.6 | 1.31 | +9% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 68 | 4.4 | 0.64 | -20% |
| Drugs | 57 | 3.7 | 1.12 | -47% |
| Theft from the person | 49 | 3.1 | 1.86 | -20% |
| Robbery | 29 | 1.9 | 1.38 | -17% |
| Other crime | 12 | 0.8 | 0.37 | -56% |
| Bicycle theft | 10 | 0.6 | 0.78 | -17% |
| Shoplifting | 9 | 0.6 | 0.07 | -10% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.5 | 0.53 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Goodmayes
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Goodmayes recorded 539 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 32.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Goodmayes
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Goodmayes recorded 415 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 25.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Goodmayes
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Goodmayes recorded 203 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 24% on the year before. It made up 12.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Goodmayes
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Goodmayes recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Goodmayes
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Goodmayes recorded 83 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Goodmayes
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Goodmayes recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Goodmayes
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Goodmayes recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Goodmayes
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Goodmayes recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Goodmayes
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Goodmayes recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Goodmayes
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Goodmayes recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Goodmayes
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Goodmayes recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 56% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Goodmayes
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Goodmayes recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Goodmayes
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Goodmayes recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Goodmayes
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Goodmayes recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Goodmayes, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Goodmayes.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Goodmayes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Kings | 3,031 | 170.3 | +61% |
| Mayfield | 947 | 56.5 | -47% |
| Newbury | 893 | 67.1 | -36% |
| Chadwell | 1,363 | 83.3 | -21% |
| Ilford Town | 3,137 | 220.5 | +109% |
| Clementswood | 2,228 | 147.5 | +40% |
| Aldborough | 1,542 | 89.3 | -16% |
| Valentines | 1,459 | 96.9 | -8% |
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 Goodmayes over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near A118 | 76 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 71 |
| On or near Pedley Road | 70 |
| On or near Parking Area | 69 |
| On or near Cobham Road | 56 |
| On or near Fenman Gardens | 53 |
| On or near Holly Lane | 50 |
| On or near Goodmayes Road | 40 |
| On or near Mayfield Road | 35 |
| On or near Arundel Gardens | 33 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Goodmayes 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 | 539 | 32.8% |
| Not recorded | 415 | 25.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 382 | 23.2% |
| Under investigation | 132 | 8.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 71 | 4.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 35 | 2.1% |
| Local resolution | 22 | 1.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 20 | 1.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 14 | 0.9% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 9 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Goodmayes has an estimated population of 15,557. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Goodmayes sits in decile 3.7, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Goodmayes |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 68.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 49.8% |
| Social rented homes | 8.4% |
| Private rented homes | 41.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.7 |
Is Goodmayes a safe place to live?
Goodmayes recorded 105.7 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 Goodmayes?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 539 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (415).
Is crime in Goodmayes going up or down?
Recorded crime in Goodmayes was up 2% on the year before: 1,644 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,619 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Goodmayes?
Goodmayes 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 Goodmayes. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.