Crime Rate in Preston: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Preston

The total recorded crimes in Preston, Brent, UK in July 2025 are around 78 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Preston crime rate of 0.87 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 Preston, encompassing approximately 89,409 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (13.64% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (-40.91% decrease)
  • Drugs: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Preston Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 11
  • Courtenay Road with total crimes: 7
  • Edison Drive with total crimes: 6

How safe is Preston?

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

  • Relative to Brent:

    • In 2024, Preston demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brent average, with 403 crimes compared to 1120.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Preston recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other areas in the Brent.

    • In 2023, Preston had fewer crimes than the Brent average, with 771 crimes compared to 1,842. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Preston recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 21 other areas in the Brent.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Preston Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Preston has recorded 78 crimes with crime rate of 0.68 ranking 21th out of 21 in the Brent, UK

In 2024, the total Preston crimes were 403. The crime rate of Preston in 2024 was 8.42 (year) or 0.70 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Brent.

In 2023, the total crimes in Preston were around 771 crimes with yearly crime rate of 8.62 (year) or 0.72 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Brent.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)CrimesRank (Preston)
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
Kenton194 131,213 102,038 10
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
Tokyngton99 19450 20768 20
Northwick Park55 22270 22476 22

Preston 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 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

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

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 150 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202522
May 202513
April 202510
March 202513
February 202510
January 20255
December 202420
November 202410
October 20247
September 20248
August 202419

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
September 20242

A total of 45 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20255
January 20253
December 20245
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 55 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20254
April 20258
March 20256
February 20254
January 20257
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 48 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20251
April 20255
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 186 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202522
May 202516
April 20257
March 202513
February 202517
January 202513
December 202415
November 20247
October 202420
September 202414
August 202417

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
September 20244

A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20254
March 20252
February 20253
January 20257
December 20243
November 20245
October 20248
September 20246

A total of 22 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
April 20253
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20256
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
April 20256
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20243
August 20241

High Crime Locations Preston in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences4
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Courtenay Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
3. Edison Drive (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
4. Hirst Crescent (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Third Avenue (Map)
Total5
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Preston Road (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Preston Road (Map)
Total4
Robbery2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
9. Aylands Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
10. College Road (Map)
Total4
Bicycle theft2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1

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