Crime in Stonebridge: statistics, rates and trends
3,241 crimes were recorded in Stonebridge in the 12 months to July 2026, 148.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Stonebridge at a glance
- Crime trends in Stonebridge
- Types of crime in Stonebridge
- Stonebridge compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Stonebridge
- What happened after crimes were reported in Stonebridge
- Population and deprivation in Stonebridge
- Questions about crime in Stonebridge
- About this data
3,241 crimes were recorded in Stonebridge in the 12 months to July 2026, 148.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 902 reports (28% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Stonebridge has the 448th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Stonebridge | Brent | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 3,241 | 43,138 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 148.0 | 122.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 21,899 | 352,976 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Stonebridge was highest in the year to July 2021 (3,522 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (2,910). Over the whole period it rose 11%, 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 | 3,241 | 148.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 3,175 | 145.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 3,182 | 145.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 3,494 | 159.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 3,290 | 150.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 3,522 | 160.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 3,225 | 147.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 3,011 | 137.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,910 | 132.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 308 |
| June 2026 | 295 |
| May 2026 | 218 |
| April 2026 | 250 |
| March 2026 | 255 |
| February 2026 | 221 |
| January 2026 | 245 |
| December 2025 | 218 |
| November 2025 | 272 |
| October 2025 | 321 |
| September 2025 | 303 |
| August 2025 | 335 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Stonebridge 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, shoplifting, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in robbery (+51%) and theft from the person (+32%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-24%) and criminal damage and arson (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 902 | 41.2 | 1.20 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 709 | 32.4 | 2.11 | +3% |
| Shoplifting | 279 | 12.7 | 1.54 | -24% |
| Vehicle crime | 276 | 12.6 | 2.56 | -4% |
| Other theft | 225 | 10.3 | 1.61 | +2% |
| Drugs | 168 | 7.7 | 2.35 | +19% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 157 | 7.2 | 1.06 | -22% |
| Public order | 143 | 6.5 | 0.98 | +13% |
| Burglary | 138 | 6.3 | 1.78 | +6% |
| Theft from the person | 91 | 4.2 | 2.46 | +32% |
| Robbery | 80 | 3.7 | 2.70 | +51% |
| Other crime | 34 | 1.6 | 0.74 | +3% |
| Possession of weapons | 22 | 1.0 | 1.03 | +175% |
| Bicycle theft | 17 | 0.8 | 0.94 | -6% |
Violence and sexual offences in Stonebridge
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Stonebridge recorded 902 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (41.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 27.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Stonebridge
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Stonebridge recorded 709 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (32.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 21.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Stonebridge
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Stonebridge recorded 279 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Stonebridge
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Stonebridge recorded 276 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Stonebridge
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Stonebridge recorded 225 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Stonebridge
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Stonebridge recorded 168 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Stonebridge
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Stonebridge recorded 157 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Stonebridge
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Stonebridge recorded 143 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Stonebridge
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Stonebridge recorded 138 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 6% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Stonebridge
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Stonebridge recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 32% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Stonebridge
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Stonebridge recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 51% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Stonebridge
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Stonebridge recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Stonebridge
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Stonebridge recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 175% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Stonebridge
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Stonebridge recorded 17 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 down 6% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Stonebridge, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Stonebridge.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Stonebridge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyngton | 812 | 77.6 | -48% |
| Roundwood | 2,863 | 167.9 | +13% |
| Harlesden & Kensal Green | 3,325 | 169.4 | +14% |
| Alperton | 1,934 | 113.1 | -24% |
| Wembley Park | 2,511 | 162.9 | +10% |
| Wembley Hill | 2,673 | 160.2 | +8% |
| Willesden Green | 3,016 | 154.1 | +4% |
| Wembley Central | 1,913 | 113.6 | -23% |
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 Stonebridge over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 312 |
| On or near Lakeside Drive | 283 |
| On or near Mcnicol Drive | 210 |
| On or near Central Way | 80 |
| On or near Eldon Way | 78 |
| On or near Panther Drive | 74 |
| On or near Harlesden | 64 |
| On or near St Raphael'S Way | 55 |
| On or near Abbey Road | 53 |
| On or near Hazeldean Road | 50 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Stonebridge 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 | 1,127 | 34.8% |
| Not recorded | 709 | 21.9% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 649 | 20.0% |
| Under investigation | 387 | 11.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 187 | 5.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 85 | 2.6% |
| Local resolution | 36 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 24 | 0.7% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 16 | 0.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.1% |
Stonebridge has an estimated population of 21,899. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Stonebridge sits in decile 1.7, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Stonebridge |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 68.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 21.0% |
| Social rented homes | 55.8% |
| Private rented homes | 22.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.7 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 57.5% |
Is Stonebridge a safe place to live?
Stonebridge recorded 148.0 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 Stonebridge?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 902 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (709).
Is crime in Stonebridge going up or down?
Recorded crime in Stonebridge was up 2% on the year before: 3,241 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 3,175 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Stonebridge?
Stonebridge 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 Stonebridge. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.