Crime in Stratford Olympic Park: statistics, rates and trends
1,575 crimes were recorded in Stratford Olympic Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 106.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Stratford Olympic Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Stratford Olympic Park
- Types of crime in Stratford Olympic Park
- Stratford Olympic Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Stratford Olympic Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Stratford Olympic Park
- Population and deprivation in Stratford Olympic Park
- Questions about crime in Stratford Olympic Park
- About this data
1,575 crimes were recorded in Stratford Olympic Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 106.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 334 reports (21% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Stratford Olympic Park has the 1,074th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Stratford Olympic Park | Newham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,575 | 50,890 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 106.7 | 135.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 14,765 | 374,523 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Stratford Olympic Park was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,625 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (1). Over the whole period it rose 157400%, against a fall of 6% 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 | 1,575 | 106.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,585 | 107.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,625 | 110.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 316 | 21.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 3 | 0.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1 | 0.1 | 102.1 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 146 |
| June 2026 | 141 |
| May 2026 | 162 |
| April 2026 | 113 |
| March 2026 | 121 |
| February 2026 | 108 |
| January 2026 | 113 |
| December 2025 | 125 |
| November 2025 | 145 |
| October 2025 | 142 |
| September 2025 | 112 |
| August 2025 | 147 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Stratford Olympic 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. Rates were well above the national level for anti-social behaviour, other theft, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+81%) and anti-social behaviour (+33%). The largest falls were in robbery (-47%) and criminal damage and arson (-37%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 334 | 22.6 | 1.47 | +33% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 334 | 22.6 | 0.66 | +21% |
| Other theft | 214 | 14.5 | 2.27 | -27% |
| Theft from the person | 133 | 9.0 | 5.33 | -24% |
| Burglary | 118 | 8.0 | 2.26 | +23% |
| Drugs | 91 | 6.2 | 1.89 | -8% |
| Vehicle crime | 91 | 6.2 | 1.25 | -9% |
| Public order | 60 | 4.1 | 0.61 | +22% |
| Shoplifting | 47 | 3.2 | 0.38 | +81% |
| Bicycle theft | 43 | 2.9 | 3.54 | -14% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 42 | 2.8 | 0.42 | -37% |
| Robbery | 42 | 2.8 | 2.11 | -47% |
| Possession of weapons | 16 | 1.1 | 1.12 | +167% |
| Other crime | 10 | 0.7 | 0.32 | -38% |
Anti-social behaviour in Stratford Olympic Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 334 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 21.2% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Stratford Olympic Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 334 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 21.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Stratford Olympic Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 214 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 13.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Stratford Olympic Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 133 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Stratford Olympic Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 118 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Stratford Olympic Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Stratford Olympic Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 91 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Stratford Olympic Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Stratford Olympic Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 81% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Stratford Olympic Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Stratford Olympic Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Stratford Olympic Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Stratford Olympic Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 167% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Stratford Olympic Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Stratford Olympic Park recorded 10 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 down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Stratford Olympic Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Stratford Olympic Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Stratford Olympic Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1,213 | 118.6 | +11% |
| Stratford | 7,944 | 428.5 | +302% |
| Forest Gate South | 3,330 | 182.5 | +71% |
| West Ham | 1,535 | 95.1 | -11% |
| Forest Gate North | 1,149 | 97.6 | -9% |
| Green Street West | 2,189 | 131.9 | +24% |
| Plaistow North | 2,157 | 115.9 | +9% |
| Green Street East | 1,700 | 99.2 | -7% |
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 Stratford Olympic Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Westfield Avenue | 238 |
| On or near Olympic Park Avenue | 124 |
| On or near Celebration Avenue | 113 |
| On or near Mirabelle Gardens | 82 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 71 |
| On or near Anthems Way | 67 |
| On or near Sunrise Close | 64 |
| On or near Cheering Lane | 58 |
| On or near Scarlet Close | 58 |
| On or near Chandos Road | 46 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Stratford Olympic 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 | 648 | 41.1% |
| Not recorded | 334 | 21.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 246 | 15.6% |
| Under investigation | 155 | 9.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 88 | 5.6% |
| Local resolution | 41 | 2.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 36 | 2.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 0.6% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 7 | 0.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
Stratford Olympic Park has an estimated population of 14,765. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Stratford Olympic Park sits in decile 6.1, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Stratford Olympic Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 82.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 1.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 25.3% |
| Social rented homes | 25.9% |
| Private rented homes | 48.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.1 |
Is Stratford Olympic Park a safe place to live?
Stratford Olympic Park recorded 106.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Stratford Olympic Park?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 334 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (334).
Is crime in Stratford Olympic Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Stratford Olympic Park was almost unchanged on the year before: 1,575 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,585 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Stratford Olympic Park?
Stratford Olympic 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 Stratford Olympic Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.