Crime in Tokyngton: statistics, rates and trends
812 crimes were recorded in Tokyngton in the 12 months to July 2026, 77.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Tokyngton at a glance
- Crime trends in Tokyngton
- Types of crime in Tokyngton
- Tokyngton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Tokyngton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Tokyngton
- Population and deprivation in Tokyngton
- Questions about crime in Tokyngton
- About this data
812 crimes were recorded in Tokyngton in the 12 months to July 2026, 77.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 234 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Tokyngton has the 1,937th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Tokyngton | Brent | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 812 | 43,138 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 77.6 | 122.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 10,460 | 352,976 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Tokyngton was highest in the year to July 2026 (812 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (488). Over the whole period it rose 46%, 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 | 812 | 77.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 787 | 75.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 746 | 71.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 736 | 70.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 594 | 56.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 612 | 58.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 657 | 62.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 488 | 46.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 558 | 53.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 76 |
| June 2026 | 69 |
| May 2026 | 69 |
| April 2026 | 65 |
| March 2026 | 56 |
| February 2026 | 66 |
| January 2026 | 61 |
| December 2025 | 64 |
| November 2025 | 50 |
| October 2025 | 71 |
| September 2025 | 90 |
| August 2025 | 75 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Tokyngton 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 drugs, vehicle crime, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in drugs (+138%) and burglary (+21%). The largest falls were in other theft (-18%) and criminal damage and arson (-17%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 234 | 22.4 | 0.65 | +1% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 149 | 14.2 | 0.93 | -4% |
| Drugs | 81 | 7.7 | 2.37 | +138% |
| Vehicle crime | 70 | 6.7 | 1.36 | -9% |
| Other theft | 63 | 6.0 | 0.94 | -18% |
| Theft from the person | 56 | 5.4 | 3.17 | +4% |
| Burglary | 40 | 3.8 | 1.08 | +21% |
| Public order | 36 | 3.4 | 0.52 | -5% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 34 | 3.3 | 0.48 | -17% |
| Robbery | 25 | 2.4 | 1.77 | +14% |
| Shoplifting | 9 | 0.9 | 0.10 | +80% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.8 | 0.79 | +300% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.4 | 0.46 | -20% |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.3 | 0.14 | -73% |
Violence and sexual offences in Tokyngton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Tokyngton recorded 234 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 28.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Tokyngton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Tokyngton recorded 149 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 18.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Tokyngton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Tokyngton recorded 81 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 138% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Tokyngton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Tokyngton recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Tokyngton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Tokyngton recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Tokyngton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Tokyngton recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Tokyngton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Tokyngton recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Tokyngton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Tokyngton recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Tokyngton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Tokyngton recorded 34 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 17% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Tokyngton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Tokyngton recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Tokyngton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Tokyngton recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 80% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Tokyngton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Tokyngton recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Tokyngton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Tokyngton recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Tokyngton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Tokyngton recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 73% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Tokyngton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Tokyngton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Tokyngton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wembley Park | 2,511 | 162.9 | +110% |
| Wembley Hill | 2,673 | 160.2 | +106% |
| Stonebridge | 3,241 | 148.0 | +91% |
| Wembley Central | 1,913 | 113.6 | +46% |
| Alperton | 1,934 | 113.1 | +46% |
| Barnhill | 1,624 | 165.1 | +113% |
| Roundwood | 2,863 | 167.9 | +116% |
| Preston | 857 | 73.8 | -5% |
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 Tokyngton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Wembley Stadium | 71 |
| On or near Juniper Close | 70 |
| On or near Victoria Court | 70 |
| On or near Monks Park Gardens | 50 |
| On or near Grittleton Avenue | 47 |
| On or near Tokyngton Avenue | 34 |
| On or near Argenta Way | 27 |
| On or near Point Place | 24 |
| On or near Derek Avenue | 21 |
| On or near Wyld Way | 21 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Tokyngton 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 | 281 | 34.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 192 | 23.6% |
| Not recorded | 149 | 18.3% |
| Under investigation | 108 | 13.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 32 | 3.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 22 | 2.7% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 1.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Tokyngton has an estimated population of 10,460. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Tokyngton sits in decile 3.5, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Tokyngton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 69.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 56.1% |
| Social rented homes | 8.7% |
| Private rented homes | 35.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.5 |
Is Tokyngton a safe place to live?
Tokyngton recorded 77.6 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 Tokyngton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 234 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (149).
Is crime in Tokyngton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Tokyngton was up 3% on the year before: 812 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 787 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Tokyngton?
Tokyngton 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 Tokyngton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.