Crime in West Green: statistics, rates and trends
1,088 crimes were recorded in West Green in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.3 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 West Green at a glance
- Crime trends in West Green
- Types of crime in West Green
- West Green compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in West Green
- What happened after crimes were reported in West Green
- Population and deprivation in West Green
- Questions about crime in West Green
- About this data
1,088 crimes were recorded in West Green in the 12 months to July 2026, 82.3 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 348 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, West Green has the 1,763rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | West Green | Haringey | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,088 | 35,064 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 82.3 | 132.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -0% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 13,219 | 263,850 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in West Green was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,814 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,088). Over the whole period it fell 34%, 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 | 1,088 | 82.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,091 | 82.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,370 | 103.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,379 | 104.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,530 | 115.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,707 | 129.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,814 | 137.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,541 | 116.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,638 | 123.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 115 |
| June 2026 | 89 |
| May 2026 | 90 |
| April 2026 | 81 |
| March 2026 | 84 |
| February 2026 | 70 |
| January 2026 | 80 |
| December 2025 | 58 |
| November 2025 | 88 |
| October 2025 | 96 |
| September 2025 | 128 |
| August 2025 | 109 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in West Green 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, robbery.
The largest increases were in theft from the person (+97%) and robbery (+33%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-41%) and drugs (-40%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 348 | 26.3 | 0.77 | +18% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 233 | 17.6 | 1.15 | -18% |
| Vehicle crime | 108 | 8.2 | 1.66 | -9% |
| Theft from the person | 75 | 5.7 | 3.36 | +97% |
| Other theft | 70 | 5.3 | 0.83 | +3% |
| Burglary | 48 | 3.6 | 1.03 | -14% |
| Public order | 45 | 3.4 | 0.51 | +2% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 41 | 3.1 | 0.46 | -41% |
| Drugs | 38 | 2.9 | 0.88 | -40% |
| Robbery | 36 | 2.7 | 2.02 | +33% |
| Bicycle theft | 14 | 1.1 | 1.29 | +27% |
| Shoplifting | 13 | 1.0 | 0.12 | +117% |
| Other crime | 11 | 0.8 | 0.39 | +57% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.6 | 0.62 | +700% |
Violence and sexual offences in West Green
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. West Green recorded 348 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 32.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in West Green
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. West Green recorded 233 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 21.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in West Green
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. West Green recorded 108 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 9.9% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in West Green
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. West Green recorded 75 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 97% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in West Green
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. West Green recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in West Green
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. West Green recorded 48 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 14% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in West Green
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. West Green recorded 45 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 up 2% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in West Green
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. West Green recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in West Green
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. West Green recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in West Green
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. West Green recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in West Green
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. West Green recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in West Green
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. West Green recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 117% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in West Green
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. West Green recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 57% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in West Green
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. West Green recorded 8 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 700% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to West Green, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to West Green.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs West Green |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Ann's | 1,358 | 128.1 | +56% |
| Noel Park | 4,088 | 278.6 | +239% |
| Tottenham Central | 2,592 | 165.0 | +100% |
| White Hart Lane | 1,520 | 117.1 | +42% |
| Harringay | 2,152 | 153.4 | +86% |
| Hermitage & Gardens | 1,090 | 159.9 | +94% |
| Bruce Castle | 1,394 | 110.2 | +34% |
| Seven Sisters | 1,184 | 142.6 | +73% |
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 West Green over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Ashleys Alley | 61 |
| On or near Freedom Road | 44 |
| On or near Nightclub | 41 |
| On or near Penniston Close | 40 |
| On or near Walpole Road | 37 |
| On or near Adams Road | 34 |
| On or near Somerset Close | 34 |
| On or near Caversham Road | 33 |
| On or near Frome Road | 32 |
| On or near Crescent Road | 31 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in West Green 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 | 413 | 38.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 249 | 22.9% |
| Not recorded | 233 | 21.4% |
| Under investigation | 84 | 7.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 44 | 4.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 28 | 2.6% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 0.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 9 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.3% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 2 | 0.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
West Green has an estimated population of 13,219. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in West Green sits in decile 2.9, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | West Green |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 71.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 36.8% |
| Social rented homes | 28.2% |
| Private rented homes | 34.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.9 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 20.5% |
Is West Green a safe place to live?
West Green recorded 82.3 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 West Green?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 348 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (233).
Is crime in West Green going up or down?
Recorded crime in West Green was almost unchanged on the year before: 1,088 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,091 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers West Green?
West Green 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 West Green. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.