Crime in Northbury: statistics, rates and trends
1,958 crimes were recorded in Northbury in the 12 months to July 2026, 151.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Northbury at a glance
- Crime trends in Northbury
- Types of crime in Northbury
- Northbury compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Northbury
- What happened after crimes were reported in Northbury
- Population and deprivation in Northbury
- Questions about crime in Northbury
- About this data
1,958 crimes were recorded in Northbury in the 12 months to July 2026, 151.7 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 590 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Northbury has the 417th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Northbury | Barking and Dagenham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,958 | 24,389 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 151.7 | 104.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 12,907 | 232,747 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Northbury was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,976 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,623). Over the whole period it rose 21%, 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 | 1,958 | 151.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,810 | 140.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,976 | 153.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,877 | 145.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,749 | 135.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,942 | 150.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,898 | 147.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,698 | 131.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,623 | 125.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 201 |
| June 2026 | 168 |
| May 2026 | 161 |
| April 2026 | 165 |
| March 2026 | 189 |
| February 2026 | 161 |
| January 2026 | 140 |
| December 2025 | 135 |
| November 2025 | 181 |
| October 2025 | 142 |
| September 2025 | 171 |
| August 2025 | 144 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Northbury 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 violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, other theft.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+37%) and other theft (+30%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-16%) and robbery (-11%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 590 | 45.7 | 1.34 | +2% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 441 | 34.2 | 2.23 | +12% |
| Other theft | 170 | 13.2 | 2.06 | +30% |
| Drugs | 137 | 10.6 | 3.25 | -4% |
| Vehicle crime | 118 | 9.1 | 1.86 | +37% |
| Public order | 117 | 9.1 | 1.36 | +27% |
| Theft from the person | 96 | 7.4 | 4.40 | -6% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 69 | 5.3 | 0.79 | -16% |
| Robbery | 63 | 4.9 | 3.61 | -11% |
| Shoplifting | 56 | 4.3 | 0.52 | +12% |
| Burglary | 50 | 3.9 | 1.10 | +19% |
| Other crime | 24 | 1.9 | 0.88 | +9% |
| Bicycle theft | 15 | 1.2 | 1.41 | +650% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 0.9 | 0.96 | +9% |
Violence and sexual offences in Northbury
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Northbury recorded 590 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (45.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 30.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Northbury
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Northbury recorded 441 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 22.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Northbury
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Northbury recorded 170 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Northbury
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Northbury recorded 137 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Northbury
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Northbury recorded 118 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Northbury
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Northbury recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Northbury
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Northbury recorded 96 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Northbury
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Northbury recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Northbury
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Northbury recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Northbury
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Northbury recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Northbury
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Northbury recorded 50 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 19% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Northbury
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Northbury recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Northbury
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Northbury recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 650% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Northbury
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Northbury recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Northbury, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Northbury.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Northbury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey | 2,382 | 403.3 | +166% |
| Gascoigne | 1,264 | 104.2 | -31% |
| Longbridge | 1,244 | 87.9 | -42% |
| Thames View | 627 | 110.8 | -27% |
| Eastbury | 1,582 | 86.8 | -43% |
| Mayesbrook | 1,364 | 73.9 | -51% |
| Barking Riverside | 1,690 | 144.9 | -4% |
| Becontree | 725 | 80.9 | -47% |
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 Northbury over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 161 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 149 |
| On or near Barking | 142 |
| On or near Ilford Lane | 108 |
| On or near Barking Road | 93 |
| On or near Tanner Street | 89 |
| On or near Somerby Road | 85 |
| On or near Cowbridge Lane | 82 |
| On or near Bateman Close | 70 |
| On or near Victoria Road | 60 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Northbury 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 | 31.5% |
| Not recorded | 441 | 22.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 433 | 22.1% |
| Under investigation | 153 | 7.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 113 | 5.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 96 | 4.9% |
| Local resolution | 58 | 3.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 22 | 1.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 11 | 0.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
Northbury has an estimated population of 12,907. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Northbury sits in decile 2.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Northbury |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 25.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 69.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 31.4% |
| Social rented homes | 27.8% |
| Private rented homes | 40.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.3 |
Is Northbury a safe place to live?
Northbury recorded 151.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Northbury?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 590 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (441).
Is crime in Northbury going up or down?
Recorded crime in Northbury was up 8% on the year before: 1,958 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,810 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Northbury?
Northbury 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 Northbury. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.