Crime Rate in Kenton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kenton

The total recorded crimes in Kenton, Brent, UK in May 2025 are around 177 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kenton crime rate of 1.81 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 Kenton, encompassing approximately 97,799 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (57) incidents (-12.31% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (47) incidents (6.82% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (17) incidents (41.67% increase)
Kenton Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Mark'S Close with total crimes: 32
  • Nash Way with total crimes: 13
  • Hillview Close with total crimes: 10

How safe is Kenton?

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

  • Relative to Brent:

    • In 2024, Kenton reported a higher crime volume than the Brent average, with 1,213 crimes compared to 1,120. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Kenton witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Brent.

    • In 2023, Kenton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Brent average, with 2,038 crimes compared to 1,842. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Kenton witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Brent.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Brent, Kenton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Kenton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Kenton has recorded 177 crimes with crime rate of 1.81 ranking 11th out of 21 in the Brent, UK

In 2024, the total Kenton crimes were 1,213. The crime rate of Kenton in 2024 was 14.18 (year) or 1.18 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Brent.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kenton were around 2,038 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.84 (year) or 1.74 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Brent.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)
Harlesden & Kensal Green274 31,653 33,175 1
Kilburn306 21,832 13,097 2
Stonebridge307 11,626 43,012 3
Queensbury259 41,691 22,165 9
Roundwood228 91,618 52,593 4
Dollis Hill240 71,330 92,504 5
Wembley Park249 51,387 81,704 14
Willesden Green237 81,429 72,421 6
Wembley Hill246 61,571 62,299 7
Queens Park180 101,184 112,180 8
Cricklewood & Mapesbury129 15936 141,870 11
Brondesbury Park150 131,038 131,785 12
Wembley Central176 121,175 121,746 13
Alperton146 14893 151,510 16
Welsh Harp101 17760 171,574 15
Barnhill118 16797 161,105 17
Sudbury95 18695 191,035 18
Kingsbury67 19700 18699 21
Preston46 21403 21771 19
Tokyngton60 20450 20768 20
Northwick Park30 22270 22476 22

Kenton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (57 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (47 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (65 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (44 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (47 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (34 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (37 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 32 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (49 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (41 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (70 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (60 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (47 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

In May 2024, Other crime dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 35 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20247
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 128 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202512
March 20255
February 202512
January 202513
December 202411
November 202413
October 202425
September 202415
August 20245

A total of 481 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 43.73 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202557
April 202565
March 202534
February 202526
January 202547
December 202444
November 202434
October 202454
September 202470
August 202447
July 20243

A total of 422 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 42.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202547
April 202544
March 202547
February 202536
January 202537
December 202432
November 202449
October 202441
September 202429
August 202460

A total of 54 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 202510
March 20253
February 20253
January 202510
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20248

A total of 82 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.20 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202517
March 20257
February 202511
January 20259
December 20241
November 202413
October 20244
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 114 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202521
March 20258
February 20259
January 202512
December 202412
November 202414
October 202413
September 202411
August 20244
July 20241

A total of 86 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20256
March 202515
February 202510
January 20257
December 202412
November 20249
October 20249
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 62 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20254
March 20257
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 202412
October 202412
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 83 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.55 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20258
March 202510
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 202411
October 20248
September 202411
August 20246
May 20241

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20254
November 20241
September 20242

A total of 71 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.89 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 202512
March 20256
February 20256
January 20255
December 20248
November 20248
October 20247
September 202413
August 20246

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20252
December 20242
October 20242

High Crime Locations Kenton in May 2025

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

1. St Mark'S Close (Map)
Total32
Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order5
Other theft2
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
2. Nash Way (Map)
Total13
Other theft3
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Hillview Close (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order4
4. West Hill (Map)
Total8
Drugs6
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Donnington Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Minterne Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Robbery1
7. Beverley Gardens (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Churchill Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
9. Fryent Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
10. Branksome Way (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1

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