Crime in North Harrow: statistics, rates and trends
400 crimes were recorded in North Harrow in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in North Harrow at a glance
- Crime trends in North Harrow
- Types of crime in North Harrow
- North Harrow compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in North Harrow
- What happened after crimes were reported in North Harrow
- Population and deprivation in North Harrow
- Questions about crime in North Harrow
- About this data
400 crimes were recorded in North Harrow in the 12 months to July 2026, 54.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 131 reports (33% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, North Harrow has the 2,851st highest crime rate.
| Measure | North Harrow | Harrow | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 400 | 22,094 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 54.2 | 81.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,384 | 270,724 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in North Harrow was highest in the year to July 2019 (501 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (400). Over the whole period it fell 14%, 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 | 400 | 54.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 441 | 59.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 406 | 55.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 412 | 55.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 402 | 54.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 449 | 60.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 468 | 63.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 501 | 67.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 463 | 62.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 29 |
| June 2026 | 33 |
| May 2026 | 29 |
| April 2026 | 41 |
| March 2026 | 36 |
| February 2026 | 35 |
| January 2026 | 21 |
| December 2025 | 32 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 48 |
| September 2025 | 44 |
| August 2025 | 31 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in North Harrow 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 theft from the person.
The largest increases were in public order (+57%). The largest falls were in theft from the person (-67%) and other theft (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 131 | 17.7 | 0.52 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 78 | 10.6 | 0.69 | +3% |
| Vehicle crime | 35 | 4.7 | 0.96 | -12% |
| Public order | 33 | 4.5 | 0.67 | +57% |
| Burglary | 26 | 3.5 | 1.00 | -13% |
| Other theft | 22 | 3.0 | 0.47 | -31% |
| Drugs | 19 | 2.6 | 0.79 | +138% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 17 | 2.3 | 0.34 | +42% |
| Theft from the person | 17 | 2.3 | 1.36 | -67% |
| Robbery | 8 | 1.1 | 0.80 | -38% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 0.7 | 0.08 | -17% |
| Other crime | 4 | 0.5 | 0.26 | -43% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.4 | 0.49 | +200% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.28 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in North Harrow
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. North Harrow recorded 131 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 32.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in North Harrow
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. North Harrow recorded 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 19.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in North Harrow
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. North Harrow recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in North Harrow
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. North Harrow recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 57% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in North Harrow
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. North Harrow recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in North Harrow
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. North Harrow recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in North Harrow
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. North Harrow recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 138% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in North Harrow
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. North Harrow recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in North Harrow
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. North Harrow recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in North Harrow
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. North Harrow recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in North Harrow
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. North Harrow recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in North Harrow
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. North Harrow recorded 4 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 down 43% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in North Harrow
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. North Harrow recorded 3 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 up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in North Harrow
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. North Harrow recorded 2 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to North Harrow, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to North Harrow.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs North Harrow |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Harrow | 719 | 61.3 | +13% |
| Pinner South | 854 | 54.5 | +1% |
| Headstone | 1,401 | 81.0 | +49% |
| Rayners Lane | 535 | 52.7 | -3% |
| Roxbourne | 774 | 82.0 | +51% |
| Marlborough | 786 | 86.1 | +59% |
| Roxeth | 1,557 | 96.0 | +77% |
| Greenhill | 3,746 | 227.6 | +320% |
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 Harrow over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Imperial Drive | 60 |
| On or near Station Road | 60 |
| On or near Parking Area | 54 |
| On or near South Way | 30 |
| On or near North Harrow | 27 |
| On or near Grosvenor Avenue | 15 |
| On or near Park Drive | 13 |
| On or near Woodlands | 12 |
| On or near Lancaster Road | 11 |
| On or near Twyford Road | 11 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in North Harrow 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 | 124 | 31.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 97 | 24.2% |
| Not recorded | 78 | 19.5% |
| Under investigation | 56 | 14.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 23 | 5.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 2.0% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.5% |
North Harrow has an estimated population of 7,384. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in North Harrow sits in decile 8.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | North Harrow |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 70.8% |
| Social rented homes | 1.5% |
| Private rented homes | 27.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.0 |
Is North Harrow a safe place to live?
North Harrow recorded 54.2 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 Harrow?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 131 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (78).
Is crime in North Harrow going up or down?
Recorded crime in North Harrow was down 9% on the year before: 400 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 441 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers North Harrow?
North Harrow 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 Harrow. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.