Crime Rate in West Drayton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in West Drayton

The total recorded crimes in West Drayton, Hillingdon, UK in March 2025 are around 140 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Drayton crime rate of 2.72 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 West Drayton, encompassing approximately 51,458 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (45) incidents (21.62% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (29) incidents (20.83% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (15) incidents (150.00% increase)
West Drayton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chapman Close with total crimes: 11
  • Pennyroyal Drive with total crimes: 5
  • Foxglove Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is West Drayton?

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

  • Relative to Hillingdon:

    • In 2024, West Drayton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Hillingdon average, with 1008 crimes compared to 1078.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, West Drayton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, West Drayton had fewer crimes than the Hillingdon average, with 1,531 crimes compared to 1,718. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, West Drayton witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

West Drayton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the West Drayton has recorded 140 crimes with crime rate of 2.72 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Hillingdon, UK

In 2024, the total West Drayton crimes were 1,008. The crime rate of West Drayton in 2024 was 19.59 (year) or 1.63 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Hillingdon.

In 2023, the total crimes in West Drayton were around 1,531 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.75 (year) or 2.48 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Hillingdon.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hillingdon)CrimesRank (Hillingdon)CrimesRank (Hillingdon)
Heathrow Villages734 15,467 18,243 1
Uxbridge267 22,009 23,098 2
Colham & Cowley232 31,521 42,821 3
Hayes Town214 41,695 32,203 5
Wood End206 51,370 52,510 4
Yeading132 10918 91,781 6
Pinkwell166 71,142 61,609 7
Yiewsley205 61,087 71,266 11
South Ruislip138 9782 101,335 9
Belmore102 13705 121,290 10
Hillingdon West102 14709 11889 16
Hillingdon East113 11684 131,077 14
Ruislip97 15670 141,265 12
Eastcote108 12610 151,085 13
Northwood Hills83 17528 16918 15
Charville88 16461 18736 19
Northwood63 18483 17816 17
Ickenham & South Harefield42 19365 19745 18
Ruislip Manor26 21204 21456 20
Harefield Village41 20220 20412 21

West Drayton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (29 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 40 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (39 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (53 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (33 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 49 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20258
December 20242
November 202410
October 20245
September 20247
August 20245
April 20245

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
April 20241

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 12.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20256
January 202515
December 202420
November 202415
October 202413
September 202411
August 20244

A total of 61 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.78 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 20254
December 20249
November 20248
October 20248
September 20245
August 20246
April 202410

A total of 123 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 13.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202512
January 202523
December 202419
November 202411
October 20249
September 20249
August 20249
April 202418

A total of 56 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20253
December 20247
November 20246
October 20249
September 20245
August 20248
April 20244

A total of 285 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 31.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202529
February 202524
January 202520
December 202440
November 202429
October 202439
September 202432
August 202437
April 202435

A total of 355 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 39.44 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 53 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202545
February 202537
January 202530
December 202446
November 202434
October 202439
September 202453
August 202438
April 202433

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241

A total of 58 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20253
December 20248
November 20245
October 202422
September 20247
August 20242
April 20243

A total of 75 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20255
January 202510
December 202413
November 202410
October 202414
September 20245
August 20241
April 20245

A total of 25 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20249
October 20245
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 25 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20245
April 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
August 20241

High Crime Locations West Drayton in March 2025

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

1. Chapman Close (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
2. Pennyroyal Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Foxglove Close (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Ferrers Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Laurel Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Sipson Road (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Blackthorn Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Rickard Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
9. Stockley Farm Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
10. Holly Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1

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