Crime in Little Ilford: statistics, rates and trends
1,751 crimes were recorded in Little Ilford in the 12 months to July 2026, 91.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Little Ilford at a glance
- Crime trends in Little Ilford
- Types of crime in Little Ilford
- Little Ilford compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Little Ilford
- What happened after crimes were reported in Little Ilford
- Population and deprivation in Little Ilford
- Questions about crime in Little Ilford
- About this data
1,751 crimes were recorded in Little Ilford in the 12 months to July 2026, 91.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 507 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Little Ilford has the 1,449th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Little Ilford | Newham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,751 | 50,890 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 91.5 | 135.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +4% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 19,129 | 374,523 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Little Ilford was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,833 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,585). Over the whole period it fell 2%, 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 | 1,751 | 91.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,688 | 88.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,816 | 94.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,677 | 87.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,585 | 82.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,809 | 94.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,833 | 95.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,675 | 87.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,793 | 93.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 141 |
| June 2026 | 157 |
| May 2026 | 171 |
| April 2026 | 159 |
| March 2026 | 171 |
| February 2026 | 146 |
| January 2026 | 130 |
| December 2025 | 159 |
| November 2025 | 126 |
| October 2025 | 147 |
| September 2025 | 128 |
| August 2025 | 116 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Little Ilford 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, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+126%) and public order (+56%). The largest falls were in other crime (-48%) and criminal damage and arson (-30%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 507 | 26.5 | 0.77 | +0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 395 | 20.6 | 1.35 | -6% |
| Vehicle crime | 172 | 9.0 | 1.83 | +1% |
| Other theft | 127 | 6.6 | 1.04 | -2% |
| Public order | 95 | 5.0 | 0.75 | +56% |
| Shoplifting | 95 | 5.0 | 0.60 | +126% |
| Burglary | 76 | 4.0 | 1.12 | +43% |
| Theft from the person | 72 | 3.8 | 2.23 | +0% |
| Drugs | 71 | 3.7 | 1.14 | +29% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 57 | 3.0 | 0.44 | -30% |
| Robbery | 49 | 2.6 | 1.90 | +4% |
| Other crime | 17 | 0.9 | 0.42 | -48% |
| Bicycle theft | 10 | 0.5 | 0.64 | -29% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.4 | 0.43 | +60% |
Violence and sexual offences in Little Ilford
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Little Ilford recorded 507 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 29.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Little Ilford
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Little Ilford recorded 395 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 22.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Little Ilford
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Little Ilford recorded 172 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Little Ilford
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Little Ilford recorded 127 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Little Ilford
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Little Ilford recorded 95 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Little Ilford
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Little Ilford recorded 95 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 126% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Little Ilford
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Little Ilford recorded 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Little Ilford
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Little Ilford recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Little Ilford
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Little Ilford recorded 71 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 up 29% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Little Ilford
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Little Ilford recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Little Ilford
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Little Ilford recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Little Ilford
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Little Ilford recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Little Ilford
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Little Ilford recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Little Ilford
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Little Ilford recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Little Ilford, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Little Ilford.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Little Ilford |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Park | 1,566 | 89.8 | -2% |
| Plashet | 912 | 76.5 | -16% |
| Wall End | 1,186 | 74.8 | -18% |
| Green Street East | 1,700 | 99.2 | +8% |
| East Ham | 3,391 | 195.7 | +114% |
| Green Street West | 2,189 | 131.9 | +44% |
| Boleyn | 1,532 | 85.2 | -7% |
| Forest Gate North | 1,149 | 97.6 | +7% |
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 Little Ilford over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Michigan Avenue | 140 |
| On or near Aldersbrook Lane | 118 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 80 |
| On or near Selborne Avenue | 72 |
| On or near Seventh Avenue | 65 |
| On or near Mariner Road | 57 |
| On or near Rabbits Road | 50 |
| On or near Landseer Avenue | 47 |
| On or near St Winefride'S Avenue | 46 |
| On or near Hathaway Crescent | 44 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Little Ilford 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 | 617 | 35.2% |
| Not recorded | 395 | 22.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 341 | 19.5% |
| Under investigation | 182 | 10.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 106 | 6.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 46 | 2.6% |
| Local resolution | 19 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 0.8% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 13 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
Little Ilford has an estimated population of 19,129. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Little Ilford sits in decile 1.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Little Ilford |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 24.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 67.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 7.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 33.8% |
| Social rented homes | 28.5% |
| Private rented homes | 37.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.9 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 33.7% |
Is Little Ilford a safe place to live?
Little Ilford recorded 91.5 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 Little Ilford?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 507 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (395).
Is crime in Little Ilford going up or down?
Recorded crime in Little Ilford was up 4% on the year before: 1,751 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,688 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Little Ilford?
Little Ilford 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 Little Ilford. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.