Crime Rate in East Ham South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in East Ham South

The total recorded crimes in East Ham South, Newham, UK in March 2025 are around 157 as per the recent police data. This equates to a East Ham South crime rate of 2.11 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 East Ham South, encompassing approximately 74,577 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (48) incidents (29.73% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (26) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (17) incidents (142.86% increase)
East Ham South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Masefield Gardens with total crimes: 18
  • Blaney Crescent with total crimes: 15
  • High Street South with total crimes: 10

How safe is East Ham South?

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

  • Relative to Newham:

    • In 2024, East Ham South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newham average, with 921 crimes compared to 1213.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, East Ham South recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, East Ham South had fewer crimes than the Newham average, with 1,533 crimes compared to 1,878. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, East Ham South recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Newham, East Ham South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

East Ham South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the East Ham South has recorded 157 crimes with crime rate of 2.11 ranking 10th out of 23 in the Newham, UK

In 2024, the total East Ham South crimes were 921. The crime rate of East Ham South in 2024 was 12.35 (year) or 1.03 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Newham.

In 2023, the total crimes in East Ham South were around 1,533 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.56 (year) or 1.71 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Newham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newham)CrimesRank (Newham)CrimesRank (Newham)
Stratford707 15,108 16,032 1
East Ham273 22,218 24,012 2
Beckton242 31,539 32,545 3
Forest Gate South215 41,298 52,388 4
Canning Town North161 91,409 42,284 5
Plaistow North195 51,175 71,875 8
Plaistow South153 121,100 92,022 6
Green Street West189 61,190 61,940 7
Stratford Olympic Park186 7991 121,441 16
Custom House161 81,144 81,698 12
Plaistow West & Canning Town East124 161,086 101,746 9
Manor Park119 18888 171,732 10
Little Ilford143 13926 131,713 11
Canning Town South154 111,003 111,063 22
Green Street East142 14789 191,445 14
Plashet138 15917 151,442 15
Royal Victoria104 20903 161,056 23
West Ham119 19775 211,372 17
Boleyn119 17780 201,370 18
Royal Albert78 23794 181,010 24
Forest Gate North79 22748 231,234 19
Maryland104 21763 221,064 20
Wall End76 24648 241,064 21

East Ham South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (48 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (26 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 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (34 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (30 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 212 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 23.56 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202514
January 202523
December 202415
November 202418
October 202429
September 202427
August 202434
April 202426

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.12 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20256
January 20257
December 20245
November 20247
October 20247
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 65 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.22 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 20257
December 20247
November 202412
October 20245
September 20246
August 20244
April 20248

A total of 76 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.44 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 20258
December 20249
November 202412
October 202410
September 202413
August 20242
April 20248

A total of 55 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20257
December 202410
November 20241
October 20248
September 20243
August 202416
April 20243

A total of 80 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202512
January 202514
December 202410
November 20248
October 20245
September 20247
August 20241
April 20249

A total of 153 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 17.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 20257
January 202522
December 202414
November 202416
October 202423
September 202418
August 20246
April 202430

A total of 323 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 35.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202548
February 202537
January 202524
December 202438
November 202440
October 202442
September 202426
August 202426
April 202442

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20254
December 20247
November 20246
October 20248
September 20243
August 20248
April 20247

A total of 43 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20244
October 202410
September 20242
August 20245
April 20246

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
August 20241

A total of 40 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20245
August 20242
April 20245

A total of 3 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
February 20251
September 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations East Ham South in March 2025

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

1. Masefield Gardens (Map)
Total18
Shoplifting10
Vehicle crime5
Robbery2
Drugs1
2. Blaney Crescent (Map)
Total15
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Shoplifting2
Drugs1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. High Street South (Map)
Total10
Drugs2
Other theft2
Shoplifting2
Vehicle crime2
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
4. Marlow Road (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. Silver Birch Gardens (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Jenkins Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
7. Vicarage Lane (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Mathews Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
9. Noel Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
10. Norman Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Theft from the person1

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