Crime Rate in Canons: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Canons

The total recorded crimes in Canons, Harrow, UK in February 2026 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Canons crime rate of 1.96 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 Canons, encompassing approximately 16,359 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Canons Crime Hotspots

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

  • Peters Close with total crimes: 5
  • Grove Road with total crimes: 4
  • Jesmond Way with total crimes: 2

How safe is Canons?

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

  • Relative to Harrow:

    • In 2024, Canons demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Harrow average, with 179 crimes compared to 560.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Canons recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 21 other areas in the Harrow.

    • In 2023, Canons had fewer crimes than the Harrow average, with 309 crimes compared to 893. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Canons recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 21 other areas in the Harrow.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Canons Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Canons crimes were 179. The crime rate of Canons in 2024 was 10.94 (year) or 0.91 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Harrow.

In 2023, the total crimes in Canons were around 309 crimes with yearly crime rate of 18.89 (year) or 1.57 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Harrow.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Canons)CrimesRank (Canons)CrimesRank (Canons)
GreenhillNA NA2,136 13,059 1
RoxethNA NA809 21,492 2
EdgwareNA NA766 41,278 3
HeadstoneNA NA776 31,137 6
Harrow WealdNA NA648 61,224 4
Wealdstone NorthNA NA654 51,178 5
StanmoreNA NA598 71,096 7
PinnerNA NA568 8935 8
Harrow on the HillNA NA545 9931 9
Kenton EastNA NA453 14835 10
Wealdstone SouthNA NA515 10829 11
Hatch EndNA NA508 11475 16
West HarrowNA NA439 16759 12
RoxbourneNA NA480 12696 13
Pinner SouthNA NA457 13629 15
MarlboroughNA NA447 15645 14
CentenaryNA NA344 17470 17
North HarrowNA NA239 20434 18
Rayners LaneNA NA301 18410 20
Kenton WestNA NA247 19432 19
BelmontNA NA202 21383 21

Canons Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (16 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20265
January 20266
December 20251
November 20252
October 20256
September 20252
August 20253
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253

A total of 89 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.85 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20265
December 202510
November 20258
October 202510
September 20255
August 20257
July 20258
June 20256
May 20259
April 20256
March 20253
February 20256

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
October 20253
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251

A total of 111 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.54 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202610
January 20266
December 20253
November 20255
October 202510
September 20257
August 20257
July 202515
June 202516
May 20259
April 20255
March 202513
February 20255

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261

A total of 46 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.54 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20265
January 20263
December 20255
November 20253
October 20252
September 20254
August 20255
July 20255
June 20252
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254

A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.15 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20263
December 20255
November 20254
October 20251
September 20253
August 20251
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
November 20252
October 20253
September 20252
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
October 20251
September 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20253

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
May 20252

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
February 20251

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20253
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251

A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20253
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
May 20252
April 20253

High Crime Locations Canons in February 2026

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

1. Peters Close (Map)
Total5
Burglary2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Grove Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
3. Jesmond Way (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
4. Watersfield Way (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
5. Longcrofte Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Hitchin Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Craigweil Drive (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Charlbury Avenue (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Dovercourt Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Dalkeith Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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