Crime Rate in Rayners Lane: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rayners Lane

The total recorded crimes in Rayners Lane, Harrow, UK in July 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rayners Lane crime rate of 0.99 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 Rayners Lane, encompassing approximately 40,431 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-52.63% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-18.18% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
Rayners Lane Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lucas Avenue with total crimes: 7
  • Widdicombe Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • Alexandra Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Rayners Lane?

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

  • Relative to Harrow:

    • In 2024, Rayners Lane demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Harrow average, with 301 crimes compared to 560.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rayners Lane recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other areas in the Harrow.

    • In 2023, Rayners Lane had fewer crimes than the Harrow average, with 410 crimes compared to 893. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rayners Lane recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other areas in the Harrow.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rayners Lane Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rayners Lane has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 0.99 ranking 21th out of 21 in the Harrow, UK

In 2024, the total Rayners Lane crimes were 301. The crime rate of Rayners Lane in 2024 was 7.44 (year) or 0.62 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Harrow.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rayners Lane were around 410 crimes with yearly crime rate of 10.14 (year) or 0.85 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Harrow.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rayners Lane)CrimesRank (Rayners Lane)CrimesRank (Rayners Lane)
Greenhill326 12,136 13,059 1
Roxeth155 2809 21,492 2
Edgware103 8766 41,278 3
Headstone116 4776 31,137 6
Harrow Weald119 3648 61,224 4
Wealdstone North108 6654 51,178 5
Stanmore109 5598 71,096 7
Wealdstone South107 7515 10829 11
Pinner82 13568 8935 8
Harrow on the Hill94 9545 9931 9
Kenton East86 10453 14835 10
Hatch End50 16508 11475 16
Pinner South84 11457 13629 15
West Harrow72 14439 16759 12
Roxbourne69 15480 12696 13
Marlborough84 12447 15645 14
Centenary47 18344 17470 17
Kenton West49 17247 19432 19
North Harrow45 19239 20434 18
Canons41 20179 22309 22
Belmont27 22202 21383 21

Rayners Lane 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 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 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 (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
October 20243
August 20243

A total of 141 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202519
May 202513
April 202514
March 202510
February 202516
January 20256
December 202411
November 202410
October 202415
September 202411
August 20247

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 25 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
April 20254
March 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 127 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202511
May 202512
April 202515
March 20257
February 202512
January 202510
December 20244
November 20248
October 202414
September 20248
August 202417

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 17 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20248
August 20241

A total of 69 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.27 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20255
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 202411
September 202414

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
January 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241

High Crime Locations Rayners Lane in July 2025

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

1. Lucas Avenue (Map)
Total7
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Widdicombe Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Alexandra Avenue (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
4. Drake Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Berriton Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Rayners Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Shopping Area (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Theft from the person1
8. Spinnells Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
9. Widdicombe Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Minehead Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

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