Crime Rate in Kenton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kenton

The total recorded crimes in Kenton, Brent, UK in July 2025 are around 194 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kenton crime rate of 1.98 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (53) incidents (-1.85% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (45) incidents (-2.17% decrease)
  • Drugs: (16) incidents (33.33% increase)
Kenton Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Mark'S Close with total crimes: 33
  • Nash Way with total crimes: 17
  • Petrol Station 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 July 2025 the Kenton has recorded 194 crimes with crime rate of 1.01 ranking 13th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)CrimesRank (Kenton)
Harlesden & Kensal Green302 31,653 33,175 1
Kilburn355 11,832 13,097 2
Queensbury238 91,691 22,165 9
Stonebridge337 21,626 43,012 3
Roundwood284 61,618 52,593 4
Wembley Park286 41,387 81,704 14
Dollis Hill239 81,330 92,504 5
Wembley Hill286 51,571 62,299 7
Willesden Green269 71,429 72,421 6
Queens Park205 111,184 112,180 8
Wembley Central210 101,175 121,746 13
Cricklewood & Mapesbury133 16936 141,870 11
Brondesbury Park142 141,038 131,785 12
Alperton197 12893 151,510 16
Welsh Harp126 17760 171,574 15
Barnhill141 15797 161,105 17
Sudbury123 18695 191,035 18
Kingsbury88 20700 18699 21
Preston78 21403 21771 19
Tokyngton99 19450 20768 20
Northwick Park55 22270 22476 22

Kenton 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 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 45 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (46 cases).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 424 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 42.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 49 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202545
June 202546
May 202547
April 202544
March 202547
February 202536
January 202537
December 202432
November 202449
October 202441

A total of 90 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202512
May 202511
April 20258
March 202510
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 202411
October 20248

A total of 71 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 20255
April 20254
March 20257
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 202412
October 202412

A total of 468 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 46.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 65 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202553
June 202554
May 202557
April 202565
March 202534
February 202526
January 202547
December 202444
November 202434
October 202454

A total of 73 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202513
April 202512
March 20256
February 20256
January 20255
December 20248
November 20248
October 20247

A total of 129 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 20256
May 202517
April 202512
March 20255
February 202512
January 202513
December 202411
November 202413
October 202425

A total of 127 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.70 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202514
May 20259
April 202521
March 20258
February 20259
January 202512
December 202412
November 202414
October 202413

A total of 36 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245

A total of 62 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20256
May 20255
April 202510
March 20253
February 20253
January 202510
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245

A total of 103 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.30 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202512
May 202513
April 202517
March 20257
February 202511
January 20259
December 20241
November 202413
October 20244

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245

A total of 87 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.70 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20259
April 20256
March 202515
February 202510
January 20257
December 202412
November 20249
October 20249

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20252
March 20254
November 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 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 July 2025

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

1. St Mark'S Close (Map)
Total33
Violence and sexual offences17
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting5
Other theft4
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Nash Way (Map)
Total17
Other theft3
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs2
Public order2
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total10
Other theft4
Violence and sexual offences4
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
4. Preston Waye (Map)
Total10
Drugs6
Anti-social behaviour2
Possession of weapons2
5. Kenton Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
6. Minterne Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
7. Oxenpark Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
8. Hargood Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lidding Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Toley Avenue (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Vehicle crime2

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