Crime in Wanstead Park: statistics, rates and trends
538 crimes were recorded in Wanstead Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 70.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 18% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Wanstead Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Wanstead Park
- Types of crime in Wanstead Park
- Wanstead Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Wanstead Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wanstead Park
- Population and deprivation in Wanstead Park
- Questions about crime in Wanstead Park
- About this data
538 crimes were recorded in Wanstead Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 70.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 18% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 134 reports (25% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Wanstead Park has the 2,216th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wanstead Park | Redbridge | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 538 | 30,687 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 70.2 | 95.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +18% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 7,668 | 321,231 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wanstead Park was highest in the year to July 2018 (732 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (456). Over the whole period it fell 27%, 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 | 538 | 70.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 456 | 59.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 494 | 64.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 526 | 68.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 563 | 73.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 657 | 85.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 685 | 89.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 687 | 89.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 732 | 95.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 49 |
| June 2026 | 45 |
| May 2026 | 55 |
| April 2026 | 55 |
| March 2026 | 45 |
| February 2026 | 40 |
| January 2026 | 48 |
| December 2025 | 43 |
| November 2025 | 39 |
| October 2025 | 41 |
| September 2025 | 35 |
| August 2025 | 43 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wanstead 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 vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+46%) and other theft (+43%). The largest falls were in public order (-22%) and vehicle crime (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 134 | 17.5 | 0.51 | +46% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 124 | 16.2 | 1.05 | +9% |
| Vehicle crime | 71 | 9.3 | 1.88 | -18% |
| Shoplifting | 41 | 5.3 | 0.65 | +310% |
| Other theft | 40 | 5.2 | 0.82 | +43% |
| Burglary | 29 | 3.8 | 1.07 | -17% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 23 | 3.0 | 0.44 | +10% |
| Drugs | 23 | 3.0 | 0.92 | +109% |
| Public order | 18 | 2.3 | 0.35 | -22% |
| Theft from the person | 12 | 1.6 | 0.93 | +20% |
| Other crime | 9 | 1.2 | 0.56 | +29% |
| Robbery | 8 | 1.0 | 0.77 | -47% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.5 | 0.63 | +33% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.27 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Wanstead Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wanstead Park recorded 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 24.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wanstead Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wanstead Park recorded 124 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 23.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wanstead Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wanstead Park recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 13.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wanstead Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wanstead Park recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 310% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wanstead Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wanstead Park recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wanstead Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wanstead Park recorded 29 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 down 17% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wanstead Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wanstead Park recorded 23 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 up 10% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wanstead Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wanstead Park recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 109% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wanstead Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wanstead Park recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Wanstead Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Wanstead Park recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wanstead Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wanstead Park recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wanstead Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wanstead Park recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wanstead Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wanstead Park recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wanstead Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wanstead Park recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Wanstead Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wanstead Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wanstead Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanstead Village | 1,325 | 100.1 | +43% |
| Cranbrook | 1,275 | 90.9 | +30% |
| Clayhall | 1,013 | 69.8 | -0% |
| Valentines | 1,459 | 96.9 | +38% |
| South Woodford | 635 | 60.4 | -14% |
| Barkingside | 945 | 63.4 | -10% |
| Ilford Town | 3,137 | 220.5 | +214% |
| Loxford | 2,192 | 124.8 | +78% |
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 Wanstead Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near A116 | 66 |
| On or near Gardner Close | 31 |
| On or near Brading Crescent | 28 |
| On or near Queenswood Gardens | 27 |
| On or near Empress Avenue | 26 |
| On or near Alders Close | 19 |
| On or near St Gabriel'S Close | 19 |
| On or near St Margaret'S Road | 19 |
| On or near Margaretting Road | 16 |
| On or near Northumberland Avenue | 16 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wanstead 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 | 221 | 41.1% |
| Not recorded | 124 | 23.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 116 | 21.6% |
| Under investigation | 41 | 7.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 16 | 3.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 2.0% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
Wanstead Park has an estimated population of 7,668. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wanstead Park sits in decile 7.7, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wanstead Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.4% |
| Social rented homes | 12.6% |
| Private rented homes | 17.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.7 |
Is Wanstead Park a safe place to live?
Wanstead Park recorded 70.2 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 Wanstead Park?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (124).
Is crime in Wanstead Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wanstead Park was up 18% on the year before: 538 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 456 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wanstead Park?
Wanstead 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 Wanstead Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.