Crime in Tooting Bec: statistics, rates and trends
1,344 crimes were recorded in Tooting Bec in the 12 months to July 2026, 71.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Tooting Bec at a glance
- Crime trends in Tooting Bec
- Types of crime in Tooting Bec
- Tooting Bec compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Tooting Bec
- What happened after crimes were reported in Tooting Bec
- Population and deprivation in Tooting Bec
- Questions about crime in Tooting Bec
- About this data
1,344 crimes were recorded in Tooting Bec in the 12 months to July 2026, 71.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 400 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Tooting Bec has the 2,161st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Tooting Bec | Wandsworth | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,344 | 33,499 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 71.6 | 99.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 18,775 | 337,655 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Tooting Bec was highest in the year to July 2019 (1,960 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (1,334). Over the whole period it fell 29%, 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 | 1,344 | 71.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,334 | 71.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,409 | 75.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,468 | 78.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,426 | 76.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,875 | 99.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,743 | 92.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,960 | 104.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,890 | 100.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 145 |
| June 2026 | 104 |
| May 2026 | 105 |
| April 2026 | 91 |
| March 2026 | 113 |
| February 2026 | 110 |
| January 2026 | 94 |
| December 2025 | 125 |
| November 2025 | 98 |
| October 2025 | 128 |
| September 2025 | 102 |
| August 2025 | 129 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Tooting Bec 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 vehicle crime, theft from the person, bicycle theft.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+36%) and violence and sexual offences (+13%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-24%) and robbery (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 400 | 21.3 | 0.62 | +13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 295 | 15.7 | 1.02 | -16% |
| Vehicle crime | 151 | 8.0 | 1.63 | +36% |
| Other theft | 105 | 5.6 | 0.87 | +8% |
| Burglary | 68 | 3.6 | 1.02 | -1% |
| Public order | 60 | 3.2 | 0.48 | -14% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 57 | 3.0 | 0.45 | -24% |
| Theft from the person | 54 | 2.9 | 1.70 | -16% |
| Drugs | 50 | 2.7 | 0.81 | +4% |
| Bicycle theft | 35 | 1.9 | 2.26 | +150% |
| Robbery | 23 | 1.2 | 0.91 | -23% |
| Shoplifting | 23 | 1.2 | 0.15 | -4% |
| Other crime | 12 | 0.6 | 0.30 | -20% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 0.6 | 0.60 | +10% |
Violence and sexual offences in Tooting Bec
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Tooting Bec recorded 400 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 29.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Tooting Bec
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Tooting Bec recorded 295 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 21.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Tooting Bec
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Tooting Bec recorded 151 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 11.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Tooting Bec
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Tooting Bec recorded 105 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Tooting Bec
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Tooting Bec recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 1% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Tooting Bec
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Tooting Bec recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Tooting Bec
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Tooting Bec recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Tooting Bec
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Tooting Bec recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Tooting Bec
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Tooting Bec recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Tooting Bec
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Tooting Bec recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Tooting Bec
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Tooting Bec recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Tooting Bec
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Tooting Bec recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Tooting Bec
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Tooting Bec recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Tooting Bec
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Tooting Bec recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Tooting Bec, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Tooting Bec.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Tooting Bec |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tooting Broadway | 2,766 | 161.3 | +125% |
| Trinity | 1,671 | 136.6 | +91% |
| South Balham | 741 | 84.9 | +19% |
| Furzedown | 1,314 | 72.8 | +2% |
| Wandsworth Common | 1,146 | 68.2 | -5% |
| Balham | 2,114 | 129.3 | +81% |
| Wandle | 760 | 72.0 | +1% |
| Northcote | 794 | 62.0 | -13% |
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 Tooting Bec over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 183 |
| On or near Hereward Road | 81 |
| On or near Barringer Square | 63 |
| On or near Louisville Road | 43 |
| On or near Blakenham Road | 39 |
| On or near Groomfield Close | 35 |
| On or near Lingwell Road | 31 |
| On or near Upper Tooting Road | 30 |
| On or near Avoca Road | 29 |
| On or near Defoe Place | 29 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Tooting Bec 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 | 514 | 38.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 317 | 23.6% |
| Not recorded | 295 | 21.9% |
| Under investigation | 91 | 6.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 49 | 3.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 33 | 2.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 19 | 1.4% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
Tooting Bec has an estimated population of 18,775. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Tooting Bec sits in decile 6.4, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Tooting Bec |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 74.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 46.8% |
| Social rented homes | 14.8% |
| Private rented homes | 38.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.4 |
Is Tooting Bec a safe place to live?
Tooting Bec recorded 71.6 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 Tooting Bec?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 400 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (295).
Is crime in Tooting Bec going up or down?
Recorded crime in Tooting Bec was almost unchanged on the year before: 1,344 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,334 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Tooting Bec?
Tooting Bec 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 Tooting Bec. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.