Crime in Monkhams: statistics, rates and trends
438 crimes were recorded in Monkhams in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Monkhams at a glance
- Crime trends in Monkhams
- Types of crime in Monkhams
- Monkhams compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Monkhams
- What happened after crimes were reported in Monkhams
- Population and deprivation in Monkhams
- Questions about crime in Monkhams
- About this data
438 crimes were recorded in Monkhams in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 150 reports (34% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Monkhams has the 3,129th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Monkhams | Redbridge | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 438 | 30,687 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 47.5 | 95.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -6% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 9,223 | 321,231 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Monkhams was highest in the year to July 2019 (645 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (438). Over the whole period it fell 25%, 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 | 438 | 47.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 468 | 50.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 515 | 55.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 445 | 48.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 485 | 52.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 590 | 64.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 547 | 59.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 645 | 69.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 582 | 63.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 37 |
| June 2026 | 34 |
| May 2026 | 35 |
| April 2026 | 34 |
| March 2026 | 31 |
| February 2026 | 29 |
| January 2026 | 30 |
| December 2025 | 44 |
| November 2025 | 54 |
| October 2025 | 49 |
| September 2025 | 27 |
| August 2025 | 34 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Monkhams 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.
The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+46%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-75%) and criminal damage and arson (-35%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 150 | 16.3 | 0.48 | +46% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 72 | 7.8 | 0.51 | -23% |
| Vehicle crime | 72 | 7.8 | 1.58 | -17% |
| Burglary | 40 | 4.3 | 1.23 | -7% |
| Other theft | 26 | 2.8 | 0.44 | -4% |
| Public order | 18 | 2.0 | 0.29 | -14% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 17 | 1.8 | 0.27 | -35% |
| Robbery | 13 | 1.4 | 1.04 | +8% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.2 | 0.36 | +0% |
| Shoplifting | 7 | 0.8 | 0.09 | -75% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.5 | 0.32 | -44% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.4 | 0.45 | +300% |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.3 | 0.15 | -25% |
Violence and sexual offences in Monkhams
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Monkhams recorded 150 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 34.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Monkhams
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Monkhams recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Monkhams
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Monkhams recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Monkhams
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Monkhams recorded 40 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 down 7% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Monkhams
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Monkhams recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Monkhams
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Monkhams recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Monkhams
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Monkhams recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Monkhams
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Monkhams recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Monkhams
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Monkhams recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Monkhams
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Monkhams recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Monkhams
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Monkhams recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Monkhams
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Monkhams recorded 4 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 300% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Monkhams
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Monkhams recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Monkhams, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Monkhams.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Monkhams |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge | 737 | 61.2 | +29% |
| Churchfields | 1,472 | 82.8 | +74% |
| South Woodford | 635 | 60.4 | +27% |
| Fullwell | 1,181 | 71.6 | +51% |
| Clayhall | 1,013 | 69.8 | +47% |
| Wanstead Village | 1,325 | 100.1 | +111% |
| Fairlop | 1,350 | 89.2 | +88% |
| Barkingside | 945 | 63.4 | +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 Monkhams over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near The Broadway | 30 |
| On or near Supermarket | 22 |
| On or near Knighton Lane | 18 |
| On or near Bairny Wood Approach | 16 |
| On or near Burlington Place | 16 |
| On or near Parking Area | 15 |
| On or near Aldeburgh Place | 13 |
| On or near Chiltern Way | 13 |
| On or near High Road Buckhurst Hill | 12 |
| On or near Warners Close | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Monkhams 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 | 174 | 39.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 110 | 25.1% |
| Not recorded | 72 | 16.4% |
| Under investigation | 34 | 7.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 20 | 4.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 14 | 3.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.1% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Monkhams has an estimated population of 9,223. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Monkhams sits in decile 9.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Monkhams |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.7% |
| Social rented homes | 2.7% |
| Private rented homes | 17.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.4 |
Is Monkhams a safe place to live?
Monkhams recorded 47.5 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 Monkhams?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 150 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (72).
Is crime in Monkhams going up or down?
Recorded crime in Monkhams was down 6% on the year before: 438 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 468 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Monkhams?
Monkhams 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 Monkhams. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.