Crime Rate in Edgwarebury: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Edgwarebury

The total recorded crimes in Edgwarebury, Barnet, UK in July 2025 are around 91 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Edgwarebury crime rate of 2.61 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 Edgwarebury, encompassing approximately 34,814 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (27.27% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (4.17% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Edgwarebury Crime Hotspots

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

  • Morley Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 5
  • Spur Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Edgwarebury?

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

  • Relative to Barnet:

    • In 2024, Edgwarebury demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Barnet average, with 552 crimes compared to 847.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Edgwarebury recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 23 other areas in the Barnet.

    • In 2023, Edgwarebury had fewer crimes than the Barnet average, with 1,001 crimes compared to 1,508. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Edgwarebury recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 23 other areas in the Barnet.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Barnet, Edgwarebury has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Edgwarebury Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Edgwarebury has recorded 91 crimes with crime rate of 2.61 ranking 21th out of 23 in the Barnet, UK

In 2024, the total Edgwarebury crimes were 552. The crime rate of Edgwarebury in 2024 was 15.86 (year) or 1.32 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Barnet.

In 2023, the total crimes in Edgwarebury were around 1,001 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.75 (year) or 2.40 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Barnet.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Edgwarebury)CrimesRank (Edgwarebury)CrimesRank (Edgwarebury)
West Hendon276 11,639 12,916 1
Childs Hill218 21,279 32,456 2
Burnt Oak217 31,329 22,195 4
West Finchley189 41,265 42,298 3
Hendon166 91,227 52,186 5
Colindale South182 51,177 61,443 9
Cricklewood177 61,121 72,072 6
Friern Barnet170 81,008 81,788 7
Edgware171 7880 91,602 8
Golders Green130 13698 121,415 10
Finchley Church End109 17817 101,412 11
Totteridge & Woodside165 10642 161,045 20
East Finchley110 16791 111,287 14
Brunswick Park153 11618 181,309 13
East Barnet119 15586 191,325 12
High Barnet135 12619 171,112 18
Barnet Vale107 18693 131,244 15
Colindale North121 14690 141,232 17
Mill Hill94 20659 151,237 16
Woodhouse95 19565 201,094 19
Whetstone80 22555 21970 22
Garden Suburb62 24462 24786 23
Underhill69 23467 23765 24

Edgwarebury 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 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (24 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (23 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
September 20241

A total of 232 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202522
May 202522
April 202512
March 202522
February 202512
January 202519
December 202419
November 202416
October 202422
September 202425
August 202413

A total of 69 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20254
April 20251
March 20259
February 20257
January 202511
December 20248
November 20246
October 20246
September 20247
August 20243

A total of 110 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20259
May 20259
April 20256
March 20258
February 20259
January 202515
December 202410
November 202412
October 202414
September 20248
August 20244

A total of 244 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202524
May 202520
April 202520
March 202516
February 20259
January 202525
December 202414
November 202423
October 202432
September 202419
August 202417

A total of 49 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20248
September 20248
August 20246

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
December 20244

A total of 92 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20252
April 20258
March 20257
February 20259
January 20259
December 20248
November 20249
October 202411
September 20249
August 20246

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20256
April 20251
March 20256
February 20253
January 20256
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
May 20251
April 20254
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 3 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
April 20251
February 20251

High Crime Locations Edgwarebury in July 2025

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

1. Morley Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Spur Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs1
Public order1
4. Maytree Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
5. Burrell Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Croft Close (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Vehicle crime1
9. Ramillies Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Bedford Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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