Crime in Heston West: statistics, rates and trends
2,013 crimes were recorded in Heston West in the 12 months to July 2026, 122.9 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Heston West at a glance
- Crime trends in Heston West
- Types of crime in Heston West
- Heston West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Heston West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Heston West
- Population and deprivation in Heston West
- Questions about crime in Heston West
- About this data
2,013 crimes were recorded in Heston West in the 12 months to July 2026, 122.9 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than 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 549 reports (27% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Heston West has the 787th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Heston West | Hounslow | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,013 | 33,076 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 122.9 | 110.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | -0% | -1% |
| Population | 16,380 | 299,424 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Heston West was highest in the year to July 2024 (2,035 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,440). Over the whole period it rose 23%, 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 | 2,013 | 122.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,967 | 120.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,035 | 124.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,708 | 104.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,440 | 87.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,528 | 93.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,710 | 104.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,474 | 90.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,633 | 99.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 137 |
| June 2026 | 207 |
| May 2026 | 175 |
| April 2026 | 182 |
| March 2026 | 156 |
| February 2026 | 171 |
| January 2026 | 165 |
| December 2025 | 153 |
| November 2025 | 163 |
| October 2025 | 172 |
| September 2025 | 132 |
| August 2025 | 200 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Heston West 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, shoplifting, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in burglary (+54%) and theft from the person (+23%). The largest falls were in drugs (-24%) and other theft (-13%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 549 | 33.5 | 0.98 | -0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 407 | 24.8 | 1.62 | +9% |
| Shoplifting | 215 | 13.1 | 1.58 | +12% |
| Vehicle crime | 204 | 12.5 | 2.53 | -9% |
| Public order | 125 | 7.6 | 1.15 | +15% |
| Other theft | 116 | 7.1 | 1.11 | -13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 107 | 6.5 | 0.96 | -1% |
| Burglary | 71 | 4.3 | 1.23 | +54% |
| Drugs | 66 | 4.0 | 1.23 | -24% |
| Theft from the person | 59 | 3.6 | 2.13 | +23% |
| Robbery | 51 | 3.1 | 2.30 | +11% |
| Other crime | 20 | 1.2 | 0.58 | -13% |
| Bicycle theft | 18 | 1.1 | 1.34 | -10% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.3 | 0.31 | -44% |
Violence and sexual offences in Heston West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Heston West recorded 549 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 27.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Heston West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Heston West recorded 407 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 20.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Heston West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Heston West recorded 215 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 10.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Heston West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Heston West recorded 204 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Heston West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Heston West recorded 125 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Heston West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Heston West recorded 116 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Heston West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Heston West recorded 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Heston West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Heston West recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 54% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Heston West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Heston West recorded 66 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Heston West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Heston West recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Heston West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Heston West recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Heston West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Heston West recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Heston West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Heston West recorded 18 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 down 10% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Heston West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Heston West recorded 5 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 down 44% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Heston West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Heston West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Heston West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heston Central | 1,495 | 97.1 | -21% |
| Cranford | 1,455 | 97.2 | -21% |
| Heston East | 1,311 | 104.4 | -15% |
| Hounslow West | 1,924 | 113.7 | -7% |
| Hounslow Central | 3,054 | 302.3 | +146% |
| Hounslow Heath | 1,745 | 105.9 | -14% |
| Hounslow East | 1,294 | 116.2 | -5% |
| Osterley & Spring Grove | 1,180 | 81.3 | -34% |
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 Heston West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 280 |
| On or near Hayes Road | 187 |
| On or near Parklands Parade | 106 |
| On or near Gateway Court | 96 |
| On or near Convent Way | 87 |
| On or near Crane Lodge Road | 64 |
| On or near The Vale | 64 |
| On or near Dade Way | 62 |
| On or near Quinton Close | 54 |
| On or near Western Road | 50 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Heston West 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 | 734 | 36.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 457 | 22.7% |
| Not recorded | 407 | 20.2% |
| Under investigation | 190 | 9.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 102 | 5.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 70 | 3.5% |
| Local resolution | 22 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 0.5% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 4 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.0% |
Heston West has an estimated population of 16,380. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Heston West sits in decile 2.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Heston West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 66.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 45.6% |
| Social rented homes | 27.7% |
| Private rented homes | 26.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.9 |
Is Heston West a safe place to live?
Heston West recorded 122.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Heston West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 549 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (407).
Is crime in Heston West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Heston West was up 2% on the year before: 2,013 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,967 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Heston West?
Heston West 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 Heston West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.