Crime Rate in Becontree: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Becontree

The total recorded crimes in Becontree, Barking and Dagenham, UK in July 2025 are around 73 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Becontree crime rate of 1.59 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 Becontree, encompassing approximately 46,043 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (-17.14% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (-35.29% decrease)
Becontree Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mayesbrook Road with total crimes: 6
  • School Way with total crimes: 5
  • Green Lane with total crimes: 5

How safe is Becontree?

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

  • Relative to Barking and Dagenham:

    • In 2024, Becontree demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Barking and Dagenham average, with 422 crimes compared to 729.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Becontree recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 18 other areas in the Barking and Dagenham.

    • In 2023, Becontree had fewer crimes than the Barking and Dagenham average, with 666 crimes compared to 1,270. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Becontree recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 18 other areas in the Barking and Dagenham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Barking and Dagenham, Becontree has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Becontree Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Becontree has recorded 73 crimes with crime rate of 1.59 ranking 17th out of 18 in the Barking and Dagenham, UK

In 2024, the total Becontree crimes were 422. The crime rate of Becontree in 2024 was 9.17 (year) or 0.76 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Barking and Dagenham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Becontree were around 666 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.46 (year) or 1.21 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Barking and Dagenham.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Becontree)CrimesRank (Becontree)CrimesRank (Becontree)
Northbury146 51,114 22,228 1
Abbey252 11,309 11,465 7
Eastbury161 2986 41,988 2
Valence122 101,019 31,818 3
Chadwell Heath153 3856 61,547 5
Barking Riverside150 4961 51,693 4
Mayesbrook138 7804 81,467 6
Parsloes142 6688 111,253 10
Village124 9816 71,399 8
Whalebone125 8742 91,303 9
Gascoigne106 13694 101,180 12
Longbridge110 11621 121,206 11
Beam108 12587 131,033 14
Heath102 14555 141,087 13
Goresbrook84 15539 15987 15
Alibon77 16497 16826 16
Eastbrook & Rush Green59 18329 18550 18
Thames View45 19311 19437 19

Becontree Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 59 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20256
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20247
September 20247
August 20247

A total of 276 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202535
May 202519
April 202524
March 202520
February 202522
January 202518
December 202425
November 202410
October 202423
September 202430
August 202421

A total of 53 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20258
April 20257
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20244

A total of 126 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202517
May 202510
April 20259
March 202510
February 20257
January 20254
December 20247
November 202410
October 202410
September 202412
August 202419

A total of 72 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 202511
April 20255
March 20255
February 20256
January 202513
December 20243
November 20244
October 202410
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
February 20252
December 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 18 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241

A total of 30 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20241

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
October 20242

High Crime Locations Becontree in July 2025

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

1. Mayesbrook Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
2. School Way (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Green Lane (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Radio Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
5. Lindisfarne Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
6. Vicar'S Walk (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Lacey Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
8. Campden Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
9. Stevens Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
10. Holden Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1

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