Crime in Welsh Harp: statistics, rates and trends
1,369 crimes were recorded in Welsh Harp in the 12 months to July 2026, 73.5 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 Welsh Harp at a glance
- Crime trends in Welsh Harp
- Types of crime in Welsh Harp
- Welsh Harp compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Welsh Harp
- What happened after crimes were reported in Welsh Harp
- Population and deprivation in Welsh Harp
- Questions about crime in Welsh Harp
- About this data
1,369 crimes were recorded in Welsh Harp in the 12 months to July 2026, 73.5 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 382 reports (28% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Welsh Harp has the 2,087th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Welsh Harp | Brent | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,369 | 43,138 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 73.5 | 122.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 18,636 | 352,976 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Welsh Harp was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,973 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (1,359). Over the whole period it fell 21%, 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 | 1,369 | 73.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,359 | 72.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,484 | 79.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,666 | 89.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,770 | 95.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,969 | 105.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,973 | 105.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,649 | 88.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,734 | 93.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 129 |
| June 2026 | 130 |
| May 2026 | 116 |
| April 2026 | 104 |
| March 2026 | 123 |
| February 2026 | 112 |
| January 2026 | 108 |
| December 2025 | 102 |
| November 2025 | 101 |
| October 2025 | 128 |
| September 2025 | 117 |
| August 2025 | 99 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Welsh Harp 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, burglary, drugs.
The largest increases were in theft from the person (+42%) and robbery (+26%). The largest falls were in other crime (-35%) and vehicle crime (-13%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 382 | 20.5 | 0.60 | +0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 318 | 17.1 | 1.11 | -2% |
| Vehicle crime | 129 | 6.9 | 1.41 | -13% |
| Burglary | 102 | 5.5 | 1.55 | -1% |
| Other theft | 97 | 5.2 | 0.81 | +4% |
| Drugs | 82 | 4.4 | 1.35 | +19% |
| Public order | 61 | 3.3 | 0.49 | +2% |
| Shoplifting | 59 | 3.2 | 0.38 | +13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 46 | 2.5 | 0.36 | -8% |
| Theft from the person | 37 | 2.0 | 1.18 | +42% |
| Robbery | 29 | 1.6 | 1.15 | +26% |
| Other crime | 13 | 0.7 | 0.33 | -35% |
| Possession of weapons | 13 | 0.7 | 0.72 | +333% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | -83% |
Violence and sexual offences in Welsh Harp
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Welsh Harp recorded 382 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 27.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Welsh Harp
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Welsh Harp recorded 318 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 23.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Welsh Harp
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Welsh Harp recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Welsh Harp
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Welsh Harp recorded 102 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Welsh Harp
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Welsh Harp recorded 97 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 4% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Welsh Harp
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Welsh Harp recorded 82 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Welsh Harp
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Welsh Harp recorded 61 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Welsh Harp
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Welsh Harp recorded 59 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 13% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Welsh Harp
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Welsh Harp recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Welsh Harp
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Welsh Harp recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Welsh Harp
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Welsh Harp recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Welsh Harp
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Welsh Harp recorded 13 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 35% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Welsh Harp
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Welsh Harp recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 333% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Welsh Harp
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Welsh Harp recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 83% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Welsh Harp, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Welsh Harp.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Welsh Harp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnhill | 1,624 | 165.1 | +125% |
| Dollis Hill | 2,488 | 113.3 | +54% |
| Wembley Park | 2,511 | 162.9 | +122% |
| Kingsbury | 931 | 87.7 | +19% |
| Queensbury | 1,851 | 103.1 | +40% |
| Wembley Hill | 2,673 | 160.2 | +118% |
| Tokyngton | 812 | 77.6 | +6% |
| Preston | 857 | 73.8 | +0% |
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 Welsh Harp over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 74 |
| On or near Winslow Close | 70 |
| On or near Coombe Road | 60 |
| On or near Kelly Close | 59 |
| On or near Harp Island Close | 44 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 36 |
| On or near Neasden Lane North | 31 |
| On or near Boycroft Avenue | 28 |
| On or near Cambridge Close | 28 |
| On or near Aylesbury Street | 27 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Welsh Harp 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 | 432 | 31.6% |
| Not recorded | 318 | 23.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 294 | 21.5% |
| Under investigation | 164 | 12.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 87 | 6.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 33 | 2.4% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 1.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 13 | 0.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 0.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 0.4% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 3 | 0.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Welsh Harp has an estimated population of 18,636. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Welsh Harp sits in decile 3.4, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Welsh Harp |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 66.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 48.8% |
| Social rented homes | 17.2% |
| Private rented homes | 34.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.4 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 19.5% |
Is Welsh Harp a safe place to live?
Welsh Harp recorded 73.5 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 Welsh Harp?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 382 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (318).
Is crime in Welsh Harp going up or down?
Recorded crime in Welsh Harp was almost unchanged on the year before: 1,369 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,359 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Welsh Harp?
Welsh Harp 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 Welsh Harp. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.