Crime Rate in Kenton West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kenton West

The total recorded crimes in Kenton West, Harrow, UK in March 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kenton West crime rate of 0.88 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 West, encompassing approximately 36,566 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Kenton West Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Hollies with total crimes: 4
  • Mayfield Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Irvine Avenue with total crimes: 2

How safe is Kenton West?

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

  • Relative to Harrow:

    • In 2024, Kenton West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Harrow average, with 247 crimes compared to 560.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kenton West recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Kenton West had fewer crimes than the Harrow average, with 432 crimes compared to 893. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kenton West recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kenton West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Kenton West has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 0.88 ranking 20th out of 21 in the Harrow, UK

In 2024, the total Kenton West crimes were 247. The crime rate of Kenton West in 2024 was 6.75 (year) or 0.56 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Harrow.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kenton West were around 432 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.81 (year) or 0.98 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Harrow.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Harrow)CrimesRank (Harrow)CrimesRank (Harrow)
Greenhill300 12,136 13,059 1
Roxeth97 5809 21,492 2
Headstone128 2776 31,137 6
Edgware116 3766 41,278 3
Harrow Weald93 6648 61,224 4
Stanmore115 4598 71,096 7
Wealdstone North89 7654 51,178 5
Pinner69 11568 8935 8
Harrow on the Hill76 8545 9931 9
Roxbourne74 9480 12696 13
Kenton East66 12453 14835 10
Wealdstone South72 10515 10829 11
Hatch End44 16508 11475 16
West Harrow57 13439 16759 12
Pinner South32 19457 13629 15
Marlborough50 14447 15645 14
Centenary45 15344 17470 17
Belmont36 17202 21383 21
North Harrow31 21239 20434 18
Rayners Lane36 18301 18410 20
Canons28 22179 22309 22

Kenton West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 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 Vehicle crime (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 76 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.44 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 202410
October 202412
September 202414
August 20248
April 202415

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
April 20242

A total of 55 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20257
December 20247
November 20241
October 20246
September 202411
August 20244
April 20249

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 70 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20259
December 20248
November 20245
October 202411
September 20249
August 20249
April 20246

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20245
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
April 20244

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Kenton West in March 2025

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

1. The Hollies (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Mayfield Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Irvine Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Bradenham Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Radstock Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Kingshill Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Oakfield Avenue (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Carlton Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Hughenden Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Becmead Avenue (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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