Crime in St Edward's: statistics, rates and trends
3,276 crimes were recorded in St Edward's in the 12 months to July 2026, 253.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in St Edward's at a glance
- Crime trends in St Edward's
- Types of crime in St Edward's
- St Edward's compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in St Edward's
- What happened after crimes were reported in St Edward's
- Population and deprivation in St Edward's
- Questions about crime in St Edward's
- About this data
3,276 crimes were recorded in St Edward's in the 12 months to July 2026, 253.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 836 reports (26% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, St Edward's has the 117th highest crime rate.
| Measure | St Edward's | Havering | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 3,276 | 24,479 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 253.2 | 88.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | +0% | -1% |
| Population | 12,939 | 276,274 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in St Edward's was highest in the year to July 2023 (3,666 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (2,803). 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 | 3,276 | 253.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 3,366 | 260.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 3,661 | 282.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 3,666 | 283.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 3,644 | 281.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,803 | 216.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 3,179 | 245.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 3,613 | 279.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 3,417 | 264.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 288 |
| June 2026 | 311 |
| May 2026 | 285 |
| April 2026 | 282 |
| March 2026 | 290 |
| February 2026 | 276 |
| January 2026 | 250 |
| December 2025 | 266 |
| November 2025 | 224 |
| October 2025 | 262 |
| September 2025 | 263 |
| August 2025 | 279 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in St Edward's 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, shoplifting, anti-social behaviour.
The largest increases were in possession of weapons (+25%) and vehicle crime (+25%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-28%) and theft from the person (-27%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 836 | 64.6 | 1.89 | +2% |
| Shoplifting | 556 | 43.0 | 5.19 | +24% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 528 | 40.8 | 2.66 | -14% |
| Public order | 230 | 17.8 | 2.68 | -7% |
| Drugs | 224 | 17.3 | 5.30 | +8% |
| Other theft | 216 | 16.7 | 2.61 | -16% |
| Theft from the person | 163 | 12.6 | 7.46 | -27% |
| Vehicle crime | 147 | 11.4 | 2.31 | +25% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 115 | 8.9 | 1.31 | -28% |
| Robbery | 111 | 8.6 | 6.35 | -3% |
| Burglary | 66 | 5.1 | 1.44 | -8% |
| Possession of weapons | 30 | 2.3 | 2.39 | +25% |
| Bicycle theft | 27 | 2.1 | 2.54 | +12% |
| Other crime | 27 | 2.1 | 0.99 | -25% |
Violence and sexual offences in St Edward's
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. St Edward's recorded 836 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (64.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 25.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in St Edward's
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. St Edward's recorded 556 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (43.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 24% on the year before. It made up 17.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in St Edward's
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. St Edward's recorded 528 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (40.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 16.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in St Edward's
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. St Edward's recorded 230 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in St Edward's
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. St Edward's recorded 224 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in St Edward's
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. St Edward's recorded 216 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in St Edward's
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. St Edward's recorded 163 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in St Edward's
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. St Edward's recorded 147 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in St Edward's
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. St Edward's recorded 115 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in St Edward's
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. St Edward's recorded 111 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in St Edward's
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. St Edward's recorded 66 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in St Edward's
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. St Edward's recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in St Edward's
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. St Edward's recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in St Edward's
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. St Edward's recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to St Edward's, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to St Edward's.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs St Edward's |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Alban's | 892 | 110.6 | -56% |
| Marshalls & Rise Park | 1,217 | 83.4 | -67% |
| Rush Green & Crowlands | 1,755 | 102.9 | -59% |
| Hylands & Harrow Lodge | 787 | 56.6 | -78% |
| Mawneys | 1,148 | 77.6 | -69% |
| Squirrels Heath | 942 | 59.8 | -76% |
| Havering-atte-Bower | 1,012 | 60.3 | -76% |
| Emerson Park | 488 | 50.9 | -80% |
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 St Edward's over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 907 |
| On or near Supermarket | 290 |
| On or near Parking Area | 285 |
| On or near Exchange Street | 192 |
| On or near Chandlers Way | 154 |
| On or near Nightclub | 132 |
| On or near Havana Close | 106 |
| On or near Mercury Gardens | 84 |
| On or near Kings Arms Yard | 77 |
| On or near Romford | 59 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in St Edward's 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 | 1,163 | 35.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 711 | 21.7% |
| Not recorded | 528 | 16.1% |
| Under investigation | 240 | 7.3% |
| Local resolution | 194 | 5.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 153 | 4.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 109 | 3.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 72 | 2.2% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 63 | 1.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 22 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 7 | 0.2% |
St Edward's has an estimated population of 12,939. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in St Edward's sits in decile 5.1, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | St Edward's |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 65.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 54.5% |
| Social rented homes | 14.4% |
| Private rented homes | 31.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.1 |
Is St Edward's a safe place to live?
St Edward's recorded 253.2 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 St Edward's?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 836 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by shoplifting (556).
Is crime in St Edward's going up or down?
Recorded crime in St Edward's was down 3% on the year before: 3,276 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 3,366 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers St Edward's?
St Edward's 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 St Edward's. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.