Crime in Royal Albert: statistics, rates and trends
1,340 crimes were recorded in Royal Albert in the 12 months to July 2026, 111.7 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 Royal Albert at a glance
- Crime trends in Royal Albert
- Types of crime in Royal Albert
- Royal Albert compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Royal Albert
- What happened after crimes were reported in Royal Albert
- Population and deprivation in Royal Albert
- Questions about crime in Royal Albert
- About this data
1,340 crimes were recorded in Royal Albert in the 12 months to July 2026, 111.7 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 357 reports (27% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Royal Albert has the 973rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Royal Albert | Newham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,340 | 50,890 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 111.7 | 135.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 11,995 | 374,523 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Royal Albert was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,374 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (517). Over the whole period it rose 141%, 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 | 1,340 | 111.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,244 | 103.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,374 | 114.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 647 | 53.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 554 | 46.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 633 | 52.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 786 | 65.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 517 | 43.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 557 | 46.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 131 |
| June 2026 | 113 |
| May 2026 | 109 |
| April 2026 | 108 |
| March 2026 | 102 |
| February 2026 | 89 |
| January 2026 | 99 |
| December 2025 | 114 |
| November 2025 | 122 |
| October 2025 | 132 |
| September 2025 | 115 |
| August 2025 | 106 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Royal Albert 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 anti-social behaviour, other crime, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in theft from the person (+77%) and burglary (+39%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-21%) and other theft (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 357 | 29.8 | 0.87 | +19% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 241 | 20.1 | 1.31 | +3% |
| Other crime | 113 | 9.4 | 4.46 | +5% |
| Vehicle crime | 110 | 9.2 | 1.86 | +5% |
| Other theft | 99 | 8.3 | 1.29 | -19% |
| Drugs | 85 | 7.1 | 2.17 | +27% |
| Burglary | 75 | 6.3 | 1.77 | +39% |
| Shoplifting | 63 | 5.3 | 0.63 | -21% |
| Public order | 54 | 4.5 | 0.68 | +8% |
| Theft from the person | 46 | 3.8 | 2.27 | +77% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 40 | 3.3 | 0.49 | -15% |
| Robbery | 36 | 3.0 | 2.22 | +9% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 0.9 | 0.94 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 10 | 0.8 | 1.01 | +43% |
Violence and sexual offences in Royal Albert
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Royal Albert recorded 357 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 26.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Royal Albert
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Royal Albert recorded 241 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 18.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Royal Albert
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Royal Albert recorded 113 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Royal Albert
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Royal Albert recorded 110 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Royal Albert
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Royal Albert recorded 99 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Royal Albert
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Royal Albert recorded 85 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Royal Albert
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Royal Albert recorded 75 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Royal Albert
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Royal Albert recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Royal Albert
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Royal Albert recorded 54 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 8% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Royal Albert
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Royal Albert recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 77% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Royal Albert
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Royal Albert recorded 40 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 15% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Royal Albert
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Royal Albert recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Royal Albert
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Royal Albert recorded 11 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Royal Albert
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Royal Albert recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Royal Albert, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Royal Albert.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Royal Albert |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beckton | 2,626 | 162.0 | +45% |
| East Ham South | 1,840 | 105.3 | -6% |
| Royal Victoria | 2,043 | 128.2 | +15% |
| Custom House | 2,261 | 133.2 | +19% |
| Plaistow South | 2,066 | 132.1 | +18% |
| East Ham | 3,391 | 195.7 | +75% |
| Boleyn | 1,532 | 85.2 | -24% |
| Wall End | 1,186 | 74.8 | -33% |
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 Royal Albert over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hartmann Road | 134 |
| On or near Gallions Reach | 75 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 67 |
| On or near Basin Approach | 59 |
| On or near Pier Road | 59 |
| On or near Atlantis Avenue | 56 |
| On or near Claremont Street | 55 |
| On or near Thames Road | 50 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 49 |
| On or near Wards Wharf Approach | 48 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Royal Albert 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 | 424 | 31.6% |
| Not recorded | 241 | 18.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 238 | 17.8% |
| Under investigation | 167 | 12.5% |
| Local resolution | 120 | 9.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 73 | 5.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 32 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 13 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 9 | 0.7% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 7 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.2% |
Royal Albert has an estimated population of 11,995. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Royal Albert sits in decile 4.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Royal Albert |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 74.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 4.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 27.0% |
| Social rented homes | 34.3% |
| Private rented homes | 38.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.0 |
Is Royal Albert a safe place to live?
Royal Albert recorded 111.7 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 Royal Albert?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 357 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (241).
Is crime in Royal Albert going up or down?
Recorded crime in Royal Albert was up 8% on the year before: 1,340 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,244 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Royal Albert?
Royal Albert 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 Royal Albert. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.