Crime in West Hendon: statistics, rates and trends
3,068 crimes were recorded in West Hendon in the 12 months to July 2026, 145.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in West Hendon at a glance
- Crime trends in West Hendon
- Types of crime in West Hendon
- West Hendon compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in West Hendon
- What happened after crimes were reported in West Hendon
- Population and deprivation in West Hendon
- Questions about crime in West Hendon
- About this data
3,068 crimes were recorded in West Hendon in the 12 months to July 2026, 145.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 651 reports (21% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, West Hendon has the 476th highest crime rate.
| Measure | West Hendon | Barnet | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 3,068 | 37,559 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 145.3 | 92.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +9% | +5% | -1% |
| Population | 21,117 | 405,050 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in West Hendon was highest in the year to July 2019 (3,084 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (2,528). Over the whole period it rose 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 | 3,068 | 145.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,806 | 132.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,926 | 138.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,885 | 136.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,555 | 121.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,930 | 138.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,856 | 135.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 3,084 | 146.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,528 | 119.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 248 |
| June 2026 | 268 |
| May 2026 | 251 |
| April 2026 | 266 |
| March 2026 | 261 |
| February 2026 | 226 |
| January 2026 | 221 |
| December 2025 | 255 |
| November 2025 | 287 |
| October 2025 | 257 |
| September 2025 | 240 |
| August 2025 | 288 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in West Hendon 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 anti-social behaviour, shoplifting, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in other crime (+57%) and robbery (+39%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 651 | 30.8 | 0.90 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 622 | 29.5 | 1.92 | +12% |
| Shoplifting | 517 | 24.5 | 2.96 | +30% |
| Vehicle crime | 274 | 13.0 | 2.63 | -6% |
| Other theft | 232 | 11.0 | 1.72 | +0% |
| Public order | 152 | 7.2 | 1.08 | +11% |
| Theft from the person | 132 | 6.3 | 3.70 | +6% |
| Burglary | 129 | 6.1 | 1.73 | -1% |
| Drugs | 128 | 6.1 | 1.85 | +8% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 100 | 4.7 | 0.70 | -26% |
| Robbery | 78 | 3.7 | 2.73 | +39% |
| Other crime | 33 | 1.6 | 0.74 | +57% |
| Bicycle theft | 11 | 0.5 | 0.63 | -21% |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 0.4 | 0.44 | -18% |
Violence and sexual offences in West Hendon
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. West Hendon recorded 651 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (30.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 21.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in West Hendon
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. West Hendon recorded 622 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 20.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in West Hendon
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. West Hendon recorded 517 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 16.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in West Hendon
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. West Hendon recorded 274 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 8.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in West Hendon
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. West Hendon recorded 232 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in West Hendon
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. West Hendon recorded 152 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in West Hendon
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. West Hendon recorded 132 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in West Hendon
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. West Hendon recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in West Hendon
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. West Hendon recorded 128 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in West Hendon
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. West Hendon recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in West Hendon
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. West Hendon recorded 78 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in West Hendon
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. West Hendon recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 57% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in West Hendon
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. West Hendon recorded 11 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 down 21% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in West Hendon
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. West Hendon recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to West Hendon, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to West Hendon.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs West Hendon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendon | 2,608 | 118.3 | -19% |
| Colindale South | 2,215 | 109.1 | -25% |
| Golders Green | 1,378 | 76.7 | -47% |
| Cricklewood | 1,969 | 173.6 | +19% |
| Colindale North | 1,175 | 87.4 | -40% |
| Childs Hill | 2,190 | 111.9 | -23% |
| Finchley Church End | 1,446 | 78.1 | -46% |
| Burnt Oak | 2,628 | 110.7 | -24% |
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 Hendon over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 823 |
| On or near Supermarket | 147 |
| On or near Alderton Crescent | 108 |
| On or near Parking Area | 106 |
| On or near Brent Park Road | 93 |
| On or near Hendon Central | 92 |
| On or near Rookery Way | 90 |
| On or near A41 | 80 |
| On or near Herbert Road | 72 |
| On or near Shearwater Drive | 65 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in West Hendon 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 | 1,201 | 39.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 633 | 20.6% |
| Not recorded | 622 | 20.3% |
| Under investigation | 297 | 9.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 130 | 4.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 105 | 3.4% |
| Local resolution | 30 | 1.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 29 | 0.9% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 10 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.0% |
West Hendon has an estimated population of 21,117. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in West Hendon sits in decile 3.7, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | West Hendon |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 69.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 43.8% |
| Social rented homes | 13.2% |
| Private rented homes | 43.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.7 |
Is West Hendon a safe place to live?
West Hendon recorded 145.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Hendon?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 651 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (622).
Is crime in West Hendon going up or down?
Recorded crime in West Hendon was up 9% on the year before: 3,068 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,806 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers West Hendon?
West Hendon 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 Hendon. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.