Crime in Harrow Weald: statistics, rates and trends
1,326 crimes were recorded in Harrow Weald in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Harrow Weald at a glance
- Crime trends in Harrow Weald
- Types of crime in Harrow Weald
- Harrow Weald compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Harrow Weald
- What happened after crimes were reported in Harrow Weald
- Population and deprivation in Harrow Weald
- Questions about crime in Harrow Weald
- About this data
1,326 crimes were recorded in Harrow Weald in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 344 reports (26% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Harrow Weald has the 1,738th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Harrow Weald | Harrow | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,326 | 22,094 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 82.9 | 81.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +7% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 15,996 | 270,724 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Harrow Weald was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,425 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,101). Over the whole period it rose 16%, 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 | 1,326 | 82.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,240 | 77.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,131 | 70.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,179 | 73.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,101 | 68.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,335 | 83.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,425 | 89.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,318 | 82.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,145 | 71.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 114 |
| June 2026 | 102 |
| May 2026 | 124 |
| April 2026 | 86 |
| March 2026 | 105 |
| February 2026 | 95 |
| January 2026 | 88 |
| December 2025 | 106 |
| November 2025 | 120 |
| October 2025 | 135 |
| September 2025 | 118 |
| August 2025 | 133 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Harrow Weald 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 vehicle crime, robbery, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+140%) and criminal damage and arson (+30%). The largest falls were in theft from the person (-25%) and drugs (-24%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 344 | 21.5 | 0.63 | +6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 300 | 18.8 | 1.22 | +5% |
| Shoplifting | 137 | 8.6 | 1.03 | +140% |
| Vehicle crime | 120 | 7.5 | 1.52 | -10% |
| Other theft | 94 | 5.9 | 0.92 | +21% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 61 | 3.8 | 0.56 | +30% |
| Public order | 59 | 3.7 | 0.56 | -12% |
| Burglary | 58 | 3.6 | 1.03 | -17% |
| Robbery | 47 | 2.9 | 2.18 | +9% |
| Drugs | 41 | 2.6 | 0.78 | -24% |
| Theft from the person | 39 | 2.4 | 1.44 | -25% |
| Other crime | 18 | 1.1 | 0.53 | -18% |
| Bicycle theft | 6 | 0.4 | 0.46 | +500% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.1 | 0.13 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Harrow Weald
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Harrow Weald recorded 344 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 25.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Harrow Weald
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Harrow Weald recorded 300 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 22.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Harrow Weald
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Harrow Weald recorded 137 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 140% on the year before. It made up 10.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Harrow Weald
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Harrow Weald recorded 120 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Harrow Weald
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Harrow Weald recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Harrow Weald
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Harrow Weald recorded 61 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Harrow Weald
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Harrow Weald recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Harrow Weald
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Harrow Weald recorded 58 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Harrow Weald
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Harrow Weald recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Harrow Weald
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Harrow Weald recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Harrow Weald
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Harrow Weald recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Harrow Weald
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Harrow Weald recorded 18 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 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Harrow Weald
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Harrow Weald recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 500% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Harrow Weald
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Harrow Weald recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Harrow Weald, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Harrow Weald.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Harrow Weald |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wealdstone North | 1,067 | 96.6 | +16% |
| Wealdstone South | 1,077 | 118.0 | +42% |
| Headstone | 1,401 | 81.0 | -2% |
| Belmont | 449 | 57.3 | -31% |
| Hatch End | 560 | 58.4 | -30% |
| Marlborough | 786 | 86.1 | +4% |
| Stanmore | 1,278 | 74.4 | -10% |
| Kenton West | 410 | 40.7 | -51% |
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 Harrow Weald over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near High Road | 178 |
| On or near Supermarket | 50 |
| On or near A409 | 48 |
| On or near Astall Close | 38 |
| On or near Monro Gardens | 37 |
| On or near Mead Close | 31 |
| On or near Courtenay Avenue | 30 |
| On or near Chicheley Gardens | 27 |
| On or near Hutton Lane | 25 |
| On or near Maricas Avenue | 24 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Harrow Weald 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 | 410 | 30.9% |
| Not recorded | 300 | 22.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 268 | 20.2% |
| Under investigation | 151 | 11.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 100 | 7.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 58 | 4.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 27 | 2.0% |
| Local resolution | 9 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.1% |
Harrow Weald has an estimated population of 15,996. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Harrow Weald sits in decile 4.8, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Harrow Weald |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 58.5% |
| Social rented homes | 18.3% |
| Private rented homes | 23.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.8 |
Is Harrow Weald a safe place to live?
Harrow Weald recorded 82.9 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 Harrow Weald?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 344 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (300).
Is crime in Harrow Weald going up or down?
Recorded crime in Harrow Weald was up 7% on the year before: 1,326 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,240 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Harrow Weald?
Harrow Weald 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 Harrow Weald. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.