Crime Rate in Little Ilford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Little Ilford

The total recorded crimes in Little Ilford, Newham, UK in March 2025 are around 143 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Little Ilford crime rate of 1.21 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 Little Ilford, encompassing approximately 118,443 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (41) incidents (10.81% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (35) incidents (2.94% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (10) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
Little Ilford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Warrior Square with total crimes: 10
  • Michigan Avenue with total crimes: 6
  • Fifth Avenue with total crimes: 6

How safe is Little Ilford?

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

  • Relative to Newham:

    • In 2024, Little Ilford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newham average, with 926 crimes compared to 1213.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Little Ilford recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Little Ilford had fewer crimes than the Newham average, with 1,713 crimes compared to 1,878. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Little Ilford witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Newham, Little Ilford has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Little Ilford Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Little Ilford has recorded 143 crimes with crime rate of 1.21 ranking 13th out of 23 in the Newham, UK

In 2024, the total Little Ilford crimes were 926. The crime rate of Little Ilford in 2024 was 7.82 (year) or 0.65 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Newham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Little Ilford were around 1,713 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.46 (year) or 1.21 (month) ranking 11 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
East Ham South157 10921 141,533 13
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

Little Ilford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (41 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (35 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 34 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (53 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (38 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (40 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (44 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (42 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 297 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 33.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202534
January 202522
December 202432
November 202421
October 202438
September 202440
August 202442
April 202433

A total of 348 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 38.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 53 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202541
February 202537
January 202553
December 202432
November 202442
October 202445
September 202422
August 202444
April 202432

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20254
December 20244
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20251
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
April 20248

A total of 41 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.56 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
April 20247

A total of 95 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 10.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 20256
December 202412
November 202412
October 202416
September 202417
August 20245
April 202412

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20253
December 20243
November 20246
October 20245
September 20245
August 20245
April 20245

A total of 51 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20253
December 20248
November 20246
October 20245
September 202410
August 20243
April 20244

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 127 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 14.11 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202514
January 202513
December 202417
November 202411
October 202418
September 202419
August 20243
April 202422

A total of 32 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242
April 20243

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20257
January 20253
December 20248
November 20244
October 20248
September 20248
August 20244
April 20247

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242

High Crime Locations Little Ilford in March 2025

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

1. Warrior Square (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour5
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
2. Michigan Avenue (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Fifth Avenue (Map)
Total6
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
4. Aldersbrook Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
5. Eighth Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
6. Seventh Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
7. Selborne Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
8. Wolferton Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
9. St Winefride'S Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Robbery1
10. Leamington Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2

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