Crime in Parsloes: statistics, rates and trends
1,225 crimes were recorded in Parsloes in the 12 months to July 2026, 81.3 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 Parsloes at a glance
- Crime trends in Parsloes
- Types of crime in Parsloes
- Parsloes compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Parsloes
- What happened after crimes were reported in Parsloes
- Population and deprivation in Parsloes
- Questions about crime in Parsloes
- About this data
1,225 crimes were recorded in Parsloes in the 12 months to July 2026, 81.3 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 443 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Parsloes has the 1,808th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Parsloes | Barking and Dagenham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,225 | 24,389 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 81.3 | 104.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 15,068 | 232,747 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Parsloes was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,480 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (1,141). Over the whole period it fell 4%, 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 | 1,225 | 81.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,253 | 83.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,141 | 75.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,339 | 88.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,392 | 92.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,457 | 96.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,480 | 98.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,366 | 90.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,276 | 84.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 96 |
| June 2026 | 100 |
| May 2026 | 122 |
| April 2026 | 109 |
| March 2026 | 119 |
| February 2026 | 84 |
| January 2026 | 86 |
| December 2025 | 99 |
| November 2025 | 72 |
| October 2025 | 129 |
| September 2025 | 88 |
| August 2025 | 121 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Parsloes 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, robbery, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in theft from the person (+39%) and robbery (+33%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-49%) and other crime (-17%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 443 | 29.4 | 0.86 | -5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 209 | 13.9 | 0.90 | +16% |
| Vehicle crime | 111 | 7.4 | 1.50 | +1% |
| Other theft | 88 | 5.8 | 0.91 | -5% |
| Robbery | 60 | 4.0 | 2.95 | +33% |
| Drugs | 56 | 3.7 | 1.14 | -16% |
| Burglary | 51 | 3.4 | 0.96 | -2% |
| Theft from the person | 50 | 3.3 | 1.96 | +39% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 49 | 3.3 | 0.48 | -49% |
| Public order | 49 | 3.3 | 0.49 | -14% |
| Shoplifting | 24 | 1.6 | 0.19 | +41% |
| Other crime | 20 | 1.3 | 0.63 | -17% |
| Bicycle theft | 8 | 0.5 | 0.65 | +60% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.5 | 0.48 | +40% |
Violence and sexual offences in Parsloes
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Parsloes recorded 443 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 36.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Parsloes
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Parsloes recorded 209 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 17.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Parsloes
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Parsloes recorded 111 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Parsloes
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Parsloes recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Parsloes
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Parsloes recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Parsloes
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Parsloes recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Parsloes
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Parsloes recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Parsloes
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Parsloes recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Parsloes
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Parsloes recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 49% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Parsloes
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Parsloes recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Parsloes
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Parsloes recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 41% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Parsloes
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Parsloes recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Parsloes
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Parsloes recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 60% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Parsloes
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Parsloes recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Parsloes, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Parsloes.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Parsloes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valence | 1,374 | 78.6 | -3% |
| Alibon | 869 | 90.1 | +11% |
| Goresbrook | 1,015 | 83.7 | +3% |
| Heath | 1,052 | 115.0 | +41% |
| Mayesbrook | 1,364 | 73.9 | -9% |
| Becontree | 725 | 80.9 | -0% |
| Village | 1,469 | 116.2 | +43% |
| Whalebone | 1,243 | 79.0 | -3% |
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 Parsloes over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 194 |
| On or near Parsloes Avenue | 72 |
| On or near Sterry Gardens | 33 |
| On or near Dagenham Heathway | 32 |
| On or near Osborne Square | 31 |
| On or near Hewett Road | 29 |
| On or near Dronfield Gardens | 26 |
| On or near Haskard Road | 26 |
| On or near Osborne Road | 25 |
| On or near Oxlow Lane | 25 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Parsloes 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 | 403 | 32.9% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 338 | 27.6% |
| Not recorded | 209 | 17.1% |
| Under investigation | 104 | 8.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 60 | 4.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 48 | 3.9% |
| Local resolution | 27 | 2.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 0.9% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 6 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Parsloes has an estimated population of 15,068. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Parsloes sits in decile 2.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Parsloes |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 23.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 67.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 43.7% |
| Social rented homes | 35.5% |
| Private rented homes | 20.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.9 |
Is Parsloes a safe place to live?
Parsloes recorded 81.3 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 Parsloes?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 443 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (209).
Is crime in Parsloes going up or down?
Recorded crime in Parsloes was down 2% on the year before: 1,225 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,253 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Parsloes?
Parsloes 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 Parsloes. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.