Crime in Longbridge: statistics, rates and trends
1,244 crimes were recorded in Longbridge in the 12 months to July 2026, 87.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Longbridge at a glance
- Crime trends in Longbridge
- Types of crime in Longbridge
- Longbridge compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Longbridge
- What happened after crimes were reported in Longbridge
- Population and deprivation in Longbridge
- Questions about crime in Longbridge
- About this data
1,244 crimes were recorded in Longbridge in the 12 months to July 2026, 87.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 387 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Longbridge has the 1,565th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Longbridge | Barking and Dagenham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,244 | 24,389 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 87.9 | 104.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 14,150 | 232,747 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Longbridge was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,346 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (950). Over the whole period it rose 31%, 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 | 1,244 | 87.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,208 | 85.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,080 | 76.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,346 | 95.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,062 | 75.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,296 | 91.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,098 | 77.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,116 | 78.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 950 | 67.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 124 |
| June 2026 | 119 |
| May 2026 | 123 |
| April 2026 | 104 |
| March 2026 | 101 |
| February 2026 | 97 |
| January 2026 | 82 |
| December 2025 | 92 |
| November 2025 | 114 |
| October 2025 | 98 |
| September 2025 | 93 |
| August 2025 | 97 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Longbridge 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, drugs, robbery.
The largest increases were in drugs (+32%) and public order (+18%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-32%) and other theft (-21%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 387 | 27.3 | 0.80 | +17% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 255 | 18.0 | 1.17 | +2% |
| Vehicle crime | 109 | 7.7 | 1.56 | +2% |
| Drugs | 95 | 6.7 | 2.05 | +32% |
| Other theft | 62 | 4.4 | 0.69 | -21% |
| Shoplifting | 59 | 4.2 | 0.50 | -32% |
| Burglary | 55 | 3.9 | 1.10 | +2% |
| Robbery | 54 | 3.8 | 2.83 | -18% |
| Public order | 53 | 3.7 | 0.56 | +18% |
| Theft from the person | 51 | 3.6 | 2.13 | +13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 40 | 2.8 | 0.42 | +0% |
| Other crime | 11 | 0.8 | 0.37 | -39% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.6 | 0.58 | +60% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.4 | 0.43 | -38% |
Violence and sexual offences in Longbridge
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Longbridge recorded 387 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 31.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Longbridge
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Longbridge recorded 255 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 20.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Longbridge
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Longbridge recorded 109 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Longbridge
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Longbridge recorded 95 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 32% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Longbridge
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Longbridge recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Longbridge
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Longbridge recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Longbridge
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Longbridge recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Longbridge
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Longbridge recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Longbridge
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Longbridge recorded 53 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 up 18% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Longbridge
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Longbridge recorded 51 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 13% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Longbridge
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Longbridge recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Longbridge
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Longbridge recorded 11 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 39% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Longbridge
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Longbridge recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Longbridge
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Longbridge recorded 5 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 down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Longbridge, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Longbridge.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Longbridge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbury | 1,582 | 86.8 | -1% |
| Mayesbrook | 1,364 | 73.9 | -16% |
| Northbury | 1,958 | 151.7 | +73% |
| Abbey | 2,382 | 403.3 | +359% |
| Gascoigne | 1,264 | 104.2 | +19% |
| Thames View | 627 | 110.8 | +26% |
| Becontree | 725 | 80.9 | -8% |
| Barking Riverside | 1,690 | 144.9 | +65% |
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 Longbridge over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Strathfield Gardens | 90 |
| On or near Supermarket | 85 |
| On or near Upney Lane | 83 |
| On or near Parking Area | 77 |
| On or near Aldersey Gardens | 74 |
| On or near Hepworth Gardens | 59 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 52 |
| On or near Ventnor Gardens | 51 |
| On or near Bradfield Drive | 46 |
| On or near Longbridge Road | 43 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Longbridge 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 | 394 | 31.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 305 | 24.5% |
| Not recorded | 255 | 20.5% |
| Under investigation | 117 | 9.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 52 | 4.2% |
| Local resolution | 46 | 3.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 37 | 3.0% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 15 | 1.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 12 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Longbridge has an estimated population of 14,150. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Longbridge sits in decile 4.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Longbridge |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 66.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 67.8% |
| Social rented homes | 10.8% |
| Private rented homes | 21.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.5 |
Is Longbridge a safe place to live?
Longbridge recorded 87.9 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 Longbridge?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 387 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (255).
Is crime in Longbridge going up or down?
Recorded crime in Longbridge was up 3% on the year before: 1,244 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,208 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Longbridge?
Longbridge 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 Longbridge. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.