Crime Rate in Plaistow North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Plaistow North

The total recorded crimes in Plaistow North, Newham, UK in March 2025 are around 195 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Plaistow North crime rate of 1.33 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 Plaistow North, encompassing approximately 146,304 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (46) incidents (17.95% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (36) incidents (-16.28% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (26) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Plaistow North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ashburton Terrace with total crimes: 27
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 12
  • Queens Terrace with total crimes: 11

How safe is Plaistow North?

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

  • Relative to Newham:

    • In 2024, Plaistow North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newham average, with 1175 crimes compared to 1213.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Plaistow North witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Plaistow North had fewer crimes than the Newham average, with 1,875 crimes compared to 1,878. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Plaistow North witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Plaistow North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Plaistow North has recorded 195 crimes with crime rate of 1.33 ranking 5th out of 23 in the Newham, UK

In 2024, the total Plaistow North crimes were 1,175. The crime rate of Plaistow North in 2024 was 8.03 (year) or 0.67 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Newham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Plaistow North were around 1,875 crimes with yearly crime rate of 12.82 (year) or 1.07 (month) ranking 8 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 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
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

Plaistow North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (36 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 39 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

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

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (38 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Theft from the person was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

In May 2024, Theft from the person dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (45 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (41 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 296 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 32.89 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 45 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202543
January 202518
December 202426
November 202434
October 202428
September 202438
August 202428
April 202445

A total of 55 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20257
January 20254
December 20242
November 202410
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245
April 20246

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20256
January 20254
December 20244
November 20244
October 20246
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 113 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.56 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202512
January 202513
December 202410
November 20248
October 202413
September 202411
August 20244
April 202427

A total of 347 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 31.55 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 51 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202546
February 202539
January 202534
December 202426
November 202434
October 202438
September 202451
August 202434
July 20241
May 20243
April 202441

A total of 136 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.36 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202512
January 202513
December 202416
November 202424
October 202418
September 20248
August 20249
July 20242
May 20242
April 202419

A total of 136 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.36 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202516
January 20259
December 20246
November 202420
October 20248
September 20246
August 20246
July 20242
May 202415
April 202439

A total of 58 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20259
December 20247
November 20243
October 202410
September 20245
August 20243
May 20242
April 20249

A total of 59 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.90 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20257
December 20244
November 20246
October 20248
September 202414
August 20243
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 67 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.44 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 202513
December 20249
November 20249
October 20247
September 202411
August 20243
April 20243

A total of 168 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 21.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 39 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202539
January 202519
December 202421
November 202410
October 202413
September 202436
August 20244

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20251
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
April 20241

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243

High Crime Locations Plaistow North in March 2025

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

1. Ashburton Terrace (Map)
Total27
Shoplifting25
Public order1
Robbery1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total12
Theft from the person6
Drugs2
Burglary1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Queens Terrace (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour10
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Brook'S Road (Map)
Total7
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
5. Nile Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
6. Stratford Road (Map)
Total6
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
7. Junction Road (Map)
Total6
Possession of weapons3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
8. Dragonfly Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Public order1
9. Lawrence Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
10. Ellie Mews (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1

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