Crime in Northwick Park: statistics, rates and trends
494 crimes were recorded in Northwick Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.9 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 Northwick Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Northwick Park
- Types of crime in Northwick Park
- Northwick Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Northwick Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Northwick Park
- Population and deprivation in Northwick Park
- Questions about crime in Northwick Park
- About this data
494 crimes were recorded in Northwick Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.9 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 196 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Northwick Park has the 3,203rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Northwick Park | Brent | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 494 | 43,138 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 45.9 | 122.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 10,767 | 352,976 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Northwick Park was highest in the year to July 2020 (709 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (470). Over the whole period it fell 20%, 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 | 494 | 45.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 542 | 50.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 470 | 43.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 473 | 43.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 582 | 54.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 660 | 61.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 709 | 65.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 686 | 63.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 614 | 57.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 42 |
| June 2026 | 42 |
| May 2026 | 35 |
| April 2026 | 36 |
| March 2026 | 44 |
| February 2026 | 34 |
| January 2026 | 39 |
| December 2025 | 45 |
| November 2025 | 45 |
| October 2025 | 40 |
| September 2025 | 43 |
| August 2025 | 49 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Northwick Park 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 burglary (+35%) and violence and sexual offences (+13%).
The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-38%) and anti-social behaviour (-36%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 196 | 18.2 | 0.53 | +13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 69 | 6.4 | 0.42 | -36% |
| Vehicle crime | 52 | 4.8 | 0.98 | -22% |
| Other theft | 36 | 3.3 | 0.52 | +3% |
| Burglary | 31 | 2.9 | 0.81 | +35% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 25 | 2.3 | 0.34 | -38% |
| Public order | 22 | 2.0 | 0.31 | -21% |
| Drugs | 18 | 1.7 | 0.51 | -33% |
| Theft from the person | 11 | 1.0 | 0.60 | +10% |
| Robbery | 10 | 0.9 | 0.69 | -23% |
| Other crime | 7 | 0.7 | 0.31 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.7 | 0.67 | +133% |
| Shoplifting | 7 | 0.7 | 0.08 | +40% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.34 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Northwick Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Northwick Park recorded 196 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 39.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Northwick Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Northwick Park recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 14.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Northwick Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Northwick Park recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 10.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Northwick Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Northwick Park recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Northwick Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Northwick Park recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Northwick Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Northwick Park recorded 25 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 down 38% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Northwick Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Northwick Park recorded 22 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 21% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Northwick Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Northwick Park recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Northwick Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Northwick Park recorded 11 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 10% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Northwick Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Northwick Park recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Northwick Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Northwick Park recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Northwick Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Northwick Park recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Northwick Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Northwick Park recorded 7 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 up 40% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Northwick Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Northwick Park recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Northwick Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Northwick Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Northwick Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury | 1,148 | 74.8 | +63% |
| Preston | 857 | 73.8 | +61% |
| Wembley Hill | 2,673 | 160.2 | +249% |
| Wembley Central | 1,913 | 113.6 | +148% |
| Kenton | 1,909 | 94.1 | +105% |
| Wembley Park | 2,511 | 162.9 | +255% |
| Barnhill | 1,624 | 165.1 | +260% |
| Alperton | 1,934 | 113.1 | +146% |
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 Northwick Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near East Lane | 58 |
| On or near Watford Road | 48 |
| On or near Woodfield Avenue | 28 |
| On or near Perrin Road | 22 |
| On or near Holt Road | 20 |
| On or near Oldborough Road | 19 |
| On or near The Green | 19 |
| On or near East Court | 16 |
| On or near Elms Lane | 14 |
| On or near Spencer Road | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Northwick Park 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 | 156 | 31.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 130 | 26.3% |
| Not recorded | 69 | 14.0% |
| Under investigation | 69 | 14.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 34 | 6.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 17 | 3.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 2.0% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.2% |
Northwick Park has an estimated population of 10,767. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Northwick Park sits in decile 5.8, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Northwick Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 67.7% |
| Social rented homes | 8.1% |
| Private rented homes | 24.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.8 |
Is Northwick Park a safe place to live?
Northwick Park recorded 45.9 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 Northwick Park?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 196 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (69).
Is crime in Northwick Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Northwick Park was down 9% on the year before: 494 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 542 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Northwick Park?
Northwick Park 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 Northwick Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.