Crime Rate in Abbey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Abbey

The total recorded crimes in Abbey, Barking and Dagenham, UK in March 2025 are around 186 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Abbey crime rate of 0.41 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Abbey, encompassing approximately 450,991 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (54) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (31) incidents (-3.12% decrease)
  • Robbery: (20) incidents (53.85% increase)
Abbey Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Station Parade with total crimes: 29
  • Bus/Coach Station with total crimes: 26
  • Police Station with total crimes: 13

How safe is Abbey?

To understand the safety of Abbey, we need to analyze Abbey crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Barking and Dagenham:

    • In 2024, Abbey reported a higher crime volume than the Barking and Dagenham average, with 1,309 crimes compared to 729. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Abbey witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Abbey experienced a greater number of crimes than the Barking and Dagenham average, with 1,465 crimes compared to 1,270. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Abbey witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Barking and Dagenham, Abbey has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Abbey Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Abbey has recorded 186 crimes with crime rate of 0.45 ranking 1th out of 18 in the Barking and Dagenham, UK

In 2024, the total Abbey crimes were 1,309. The crime rate of Abbey in 2024 was 10.76 (year) or 0.90 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Barking and Dagenham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Abbey were around 1,465 crimes with yearly crime rate of 10.63 (year) or 0.89 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Barking and Dagenham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Barking and Dagenham)CrimesRank (Barking and Dagenham)CrimesRank (Barking and Dagenham)
Northbury143 41,114 22,228 1
Eastbury139 5986 41,988 2
Mayesbrook156 2804 81,467 6
Valence129 61,019 31,818 3
Barking Riverside145 3961 51,693 4
Chadwell Heath117 9856 61,547 5
Village119 8816 71,399 8
Gascoigne122 7694 101,180 12
Whalebone106 12742 91,303 9
Parsloes114 10688 111,253 10
Longbridge110 11621 121,206 11
Heath94 13555 141,087 13
Beam92 14587 131,033 14
Goresbrook77 15539 15987 15
Alibon76 16497 16826 16
Becontree49 17422 17666 17
Eastbrook & Rush Green48 18329 18550 18
Thames View48 19311 19437 19

Abbey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (54 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (31 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (40 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (39 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (52 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (31 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (40 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (37 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 300 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 33.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202532
January 202540
December 202433
November 202423
October 202433
September 202431
August 202440
April 202437

A total of 359 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 39.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 55 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202554
February 202542
January 202539
December 202444
November 202455
October 202428
September 202431
August 202425
April 202441

A total of 147 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 16.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202518
January 202517
December 202422
November 202429
October 202418
September 202410
August 20247
April 202416

A total of 95 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 10.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202512
January 202511
December 202412
November 202411
October 202417
September 20246
August 20242
April 202411

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 202510
December 20245
November 202411
October 20247
September 20246
August 20244
April 20241

A total of 105 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 11.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202510
January 20257
December 202412
November 202411
October 202420
September 202414
August 202414
April 20243

A total of 90 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202513
January 20254
December 20246
November 202414
October 202416
September 20247
April 202410

A total of 178 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 19.78 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202522
January 202522
December 202430
November 202421
October 202423
September 202421
August 202410
April 202417

A total of 208 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 23.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202525
January 202529
December 202418
November 202452
October 202421
September 202422
August 20249
April 202422

A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20256
December 20241
November 20249
October 202410
September 20243
August 20242
April 20245

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20255
December 20248
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
April 20247

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20244
September 20241

High Crime Locations Abbey in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Abbey postcode area is presented below.

1. Station Parade (Map)
Total29
Anti-social behaviour7
Robbery7
Drugs3
Public order3
Theft from the person3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
2. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total26
Violence and sexual offences11
Other theft5
Robbery4
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
3. Police Station (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour4
Drugs1
Other crime1
Robbery1
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences6
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
5. Vicarage Drive (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour3
Robbery2
Shoplifting2
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Shopping Area (Map)
Total9
Theft from the person3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
8. James Street (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Public order6
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. East Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Theft from the person2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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