Crime Rate in Upper Edmonton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Upper Edmonton

The total recorded crimes in Upper Edmonton, Enfield, UK in March 2025 are around 271 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Upper Edmonton crime rate of 2.70 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 Upper Edmonton, encompassing approximately 100,217 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (76) incidents (31.03% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (41) incidents (57.69% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (30) incidents (57.89% increase)
Upper Edmonton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Silvermere Drive with total crimes: 29
  • Bridport Road with total crimes: 28
  • Albany Road with total crimes: 19

How safe is Upper Edmonton?

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

  • Relative to Enfield:

    • In 2024, Upper Edmonton reported a higher crime volume than the Enfield average, with 1,888 crimes compared to 883. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Upper Edmonton witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 24 other cities.

    • In 2023, Upper Edmonton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Enfield average, with 2,948 crimes compared to 1,553. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Upper Edmonton witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 24 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Enfield, Upper Edmonton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Upper Edmonton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Upper Edmonton has recorded 271 crimes with crime rate of 2.70 ranking 2th out of 24 in the Enfield, UK

In 2024, the total Upper Edmonton crimes were 1,888. The crime rate of Upper Edmonton in 2024 was 18.84 (year) or 1.57 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Enfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Upper Edmonton were around 2,948 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.42 (year) or 2.45 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Enfield.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Enfield)CrimesRank (Enfield)CrimesRank (Enfield)
Edmonton Green319 12,129 13,774 1
Enfield Lock123 131,051 82,300 3
Southbury171 61,240 32,066 6
Carterhatch192 31,201 42,220 4
Ponders End183 41,094 61,659 11
Brimsdown161 71,135 52,101 5
Lower Edmonton174 51,002 91,748 10
Haselbury146 8898 111,997 7
Palmers Green132 121,066 71,047 16
Jubilee139 9898 121,823 8
Town133 111,001 101,757 9
New Southgate134 10769 151,177 15
Whitewebbs111 14805 141,626 12
Grange Park59 23678 161,412 13
Southgate109 15808 13898 22
Bullsmoor104 16669 171,352 14
Ridgeway99 17559 181,029 17
Cockfosters82 18542 20995 18
Winchmore Hill70 20458 23974 19
Arnos Grove61 22548 19952 21
Highfield76 19468 22957 20
Bowes65 21489 21817 23
Bush Hill Park45 24376 24620 24
Oakwood37 25305 25565 25

Upper Edmonton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (76 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (41 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 58 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (71 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (27 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 57 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (65 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (48 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (66 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (50 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (66 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (51 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (38 incidents).

In July 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (60 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (53 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 94 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 20259
January 20259
December 202415
November 202413
October 202418
September 20248
August 20243
April 20242

A total of 100 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202511
January 20259
December 20248
November 20248
October 202419
September 202414
August 20246
April 20248

A total of 550 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 50.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202576
February 202558
January 202571
December 202457
November 202465
October 202466
September 202451
August 202442
July 20243
May 20241
April 202460

A total of 336 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 37.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 53 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202541
February 202526
January 202527
December 202432
November 202441
October 202450
September 202428
August 202438
April 202453

A total of 247 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 27.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202519
January 202524
December 202421
November 202425
October 202448
September 202431
August 202411
April 202438

A total of 294 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 32.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202515
January 202520
December 202416
November 202448
October 202449
September 202466
August 202415
April 202443

A total of 25 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 202410
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 85 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202513
January 202510
December 20249
November 20248
October 202415
September 20246
August 20246
April 20249

A total of 76 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20257
December 20245
November 202416
October 202412
September 202415
August 20245
April 20246

A total of 168 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 18.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202517
January 202525
December 202414
November 202436
October 202416
September 202419
August 202410
April 20249

A total of 28 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 178 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 19.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202514
January 20257
December 202427
November 202440
October 202443
September 202410
August 20243
April 202414

A total of 99 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 202512
January 202510
December 202411
November 202414
October 202413
September 202413
August 20245
April 202416

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
April 20243

High Crime Locations Upper Edmonton in March 2025

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

1. Silvermere Drive (Map)
Total29
Theft from the person14
Other theft6
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
2. Bridport Road (Map)
Total28
Violence and sexual offences12
Other theft5
Vehicle crime4
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order2
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
3. Albany Road (Map)
Total19
Vehicle crime7
Drugs3
Shoplifting3
Robbery2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Sterling Way (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Robbery1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Public order3
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
6. Colyton Way (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Raynham Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order2
8. Plowman Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Stockton Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
10. Weir Hall Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences1

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