Crime in North Greenford: statistics, rates and trends
944 crimes were recorded in North Greenford in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in North Greenford at a glance
- Crime trends in North Greenford
- Types of crime in North Greenford
- North Greenford compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in North Greenford
- What happened after crimes were reported in North Greenford
- Population and deprivation in North Greenford
- Questions about crime in North Greenford
- About this data
944 crimes were recorded in North Greenford in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 328 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, North Greenford has the 2,758th highest crime rate.
| Measure | North Greenford | Ealing | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 944 | 43,653 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 56.6 | 113.1 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 16,682 | 385,985 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in North Greenford was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,344 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (895). Over the whole period it rose 5%, 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 | 944 | 56.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 963 | 57.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,344 | 80.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,095 | 65.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 899 | 53.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,107 | 66.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,036 | 62.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 969 | 58.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 895 | 53.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 85 |
| June 2026 | 58 |
| May 2026 | 85 |
| April 2026 | 86 |
| March 2026 | 85 |
| February 2026 | 79 |
| January 2026 | 78 |
| December 2025 | 78 |
| November 2025 | 91 |
| October 2025 | 88 |
| September 2025 | 61 |
| August 2025 | 70 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in North Greenford 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. The largest increases were in public order (+38%) and vehicle crime (+18%). The largest falls were in burglary (-50%) and shoplifting (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 328 | 19.7 | 0.57 | +0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 217 | 13.0 | 0.85 | +2% |
| Vehicle crime | 99 | 5.9 | 1.20 | +18% |
| Other theft | 52 | 3.1 | 0.49 | +16% |
| Public order | 51 | 3.1 | 0.46 | +38% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 46 | 2.8 | 0.41 | -21% |
| Burglary | 38 | 2.3 | 0.64 | -50% |
| Drugs | 37 | 2.2 | 0.68 | +6% |
| Shoplifting | 25 | 1.5 | 0.18 | -29% |
| Theft from the person | 17 | 1.0 | 0.60 | +21% |
| Robbery | 16 | 1.0 | 0.71 | -20% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.5 | 0.26 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.4 | 0.43 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.1 | 0.15 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in North Greenford
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. North Greenford recorded 328 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 34.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in North Greenford
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. North Greenford recorded 217 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 23.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in North Greenford
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. North Greenford recorded 99 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 10.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in North Greenford
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. North Greenford recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in North Greenford
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. North Greenford recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in North Greenford
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. North Greenford recorded 46 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 down 21% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in North Greenford
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. North Greenford recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in North Greenford
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. North Greenford recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in North Greenford
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. North Greenford recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in North Greenford
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. North Greenford recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in North Greenford
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. North Greenford recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in North Greenford
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. North Greenford recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in North Greenford
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. North Greenford recorded 7 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in North Greenford
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. North Greenford recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to North Greenford, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to North Greenford.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs North Greenford |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Greenford | 1,633 | 96.9 | +71% |
| Perivale | 1,758 | 103.4 | +83% |
| Northolt Mandeville | 1,584 | 89.1 | +57% |
| Greenford Broadway | 1,919 | 102.9 | +82% |
| Pitshanger | 1,098 | 71.4 | +26% |
| North Hanwell | 1,122 | 74.7 | +32% |
| Lady Margaret | 1,442 | 84.2 | +49% |
| Northolt West End | 1,673 | 95.1 | +68% |
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 North Greenford over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Whitton Avenue West | 56 |
| On or near Parking Area | 41 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 39 |
| On or near Ridding Lane | 35 |
| On or near Pilgrims Close | 32 |
| On or near Berkeley Avenue | 30 |
| On or near Hendren Close | 28 |
| On or near Sherwood Avenue | 27 |
| On or near Vernon Rise | 26 |
| On or near A4090 | 25 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in North Greenford 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 261 | 27.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 256 | 27.1% |
| Not recorded | 217 | 23.0% |
| Under investigation | 89 | 9.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 51 | 5.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 42 | 4.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 1.0% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 0.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 0.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
North Greenford has an estimated population of 16,682. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in North Greenford sits in decile 4.9, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | North Greenford |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 68.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 59.2% |
| Social rented homes | 11.9% |
| Private rented homes | 28.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.9 |
Is North Greenford a safe place to live?
North Greenford recorded 56.6 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 North Greenford?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 328 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (217).
Is crime in North Greenford going up or down?
Recorded crime in North Greenford was down 2% on the year before: 944 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 963 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers North Greenford?
North Greenford 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 North Greenford. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.