Crime Rate in Kenton West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kenton West

The total recorded crimes in Kenton West, Harrow, UK in May 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kenton West crime rate of 0.90 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 May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Kenton West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kenton Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Further/Higher Educational Building with total crimes: 3
  • Beaufort Avenue with total crimes: 3

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 areas in the Harrow.

    • 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 areas in the Harrow.

  • 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 May 2025 the Kenton West has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 0.90 ranking 21th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kenton West)CrimesRank (Kenton West)CrimesRank (Kenton West)
Greenhill355 12,136 13,059 1
Roxeth114 4809 21,492 2
Headstone121 2776 31,137 6
Edgware118 3766 41,278 3
Harrow Weald100 7648 61,224 4
Wealdstone North88 9654 51,178 5
Wealdstone South106 5515 10829 11
Stanmore106 6598 71,096 7
Pinner88 8568 8935 8
Harrow on the Hill54 14545 9931 9
Kenton East40 17453 14835 10
Pinner South79 10457 13629 15
Hatch End33 20508 11475 16
West Harrow64 11439 16759 12
Roxbourne57 13480 12696 13
Marlborough60 12447 15645 14
North Harrow43 15239 20434 18
Rayners Lane42 16301 18410 20
Centenary38 18344 17470 17
Canons35 19179 22309 22
Belmont22 22202 21383 21

Kenton West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 79 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20257
March 20257
February 20256
January 20259
December 20248
November 20245
October 202411
September 20249
August 20249

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 52 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20256
February 20254
January 20257
December 20247
November 20241
October 20246
September 202411
August 20244

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 75 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20259
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 202410
October 202412
September 202414
August 20248

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251
December 20245
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
November 20241

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 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

High Crime Locations Kenton West in May 2025

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

1. Kenton Lane (Map)
Total4
Theft from the person2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
2. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
3. Beaufort Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Cullington Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
6. Daintry Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Christchurch Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Oakfield Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Becmead Avenue (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Elgin Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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