Crime Rate in Plaistow South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Plaistow South

The total recorded crimes in Plaistow South, Newham, UK in May 2025 are around 161 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Plaistow South crime rate of 1.57 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 South, encompassing approximately 102,790 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (78) incidents (11.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Other theft: (16) incidents (33.33% increase)
Plaistow South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cherry Tree Way with total crimes: 25
  • Glen Road with total crimes: 14
  • Barclay Road with total crimes: 9

How safe is Plaistow South?

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

  • Relative to Newham:

    • In 2024, Plaistow South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newham average, with 1100 crimes compared to 1213.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Plaistow South witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 23 other areas in the Newham.

    • In 2023, Plaistow South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Newham average, with 2,022 crimes compared to 1,878. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Plaistow South witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 23 other areas in the Newham.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Plaistow South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Plaistow South has recorded 161 crimes with crime rate of 1.57 ranking 8th out of 23 in the Newham, UK

In 2024, the total Plaistow South crimes were 1,100. The crime rate of Plaistow South in 2024 was 10.70 (year) or 0.89 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Newham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Plaistow South were around 2,022 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.67 (year) or 1.64 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Newham.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Plaistow South)CrimesRank (Plaistow South)CrimesRank (Plaistow South)
Stratford715 15,108 16,032 1
East Ham231 32,218 24,012 2
Beckton233 21,539 32,545 3
Forest Gate South224 41,298 52,388 4
Canning Town North174 61,409 42,284 5
Custom House194 51,144 81,698 12
Green Street West166 71,190 61,940 7
Plaistow North154 91,175 71,875 8
Plaistow West & Canning Town East135 151,086 101,746 9
Manor Park136 13888 171,732 10
Royal Victoria147 10903 161,056 23
Little Ilford137 12926 131,713 11
Canning Town South135 141,003 111,063 22
East Ham South138 11921 141,533 13
Stratford Olympic Park130 18991 121,441 16
Green Street East129 19789 191,445 14
Plashet121 20917 151,442 15
West Ham132 16775 211,372 17
Maryland132 17763 221,064 20
Boleyn120 21780 201,370 18
Royal Albert99 22794 181,010 24
Forest Gate North80 23748 231,234 19
Wall End71 24648 241,064 21

Plaistow South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (78 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (70 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (28 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (63 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 31 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 69 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (37 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (61 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (20 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (55 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 39 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.88 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20256
March 20255
February 20253
January 20251
December 20246
November 20245
September 20248

A total of 272 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 27.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202520
April 202528
March 202525
February 202531
January 202532
December 202433
November 202437
October 202424
September 202419
August 202423

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
December 20243
October 20242

A total of 128 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202512
March 202514
February 202514
January 202510
December 202413
November 202415
October 202412
September 202420
August 20242

A total of 133 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.30 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202513
March 20256
February 202510
January 202521
December 202418
November 202410
October 202422
September 202417
August 20244

A total of 590 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 59.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202578
April 202570
March 202563
February 202541
January 202552
December 202469
November 202446
October 202455
September 202461
August 202455

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 60 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20254
March 20254
February 20255
January 20256
December 20246
November 20246
October 20249
September 20248
August 20246

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20246
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 41 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20253
February 20254
January 20258
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 100 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20255
March 20258
February 202510
January 202511
December 202411
November 202414
October 202415
September 20246
August 202411

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
January 20253
December 20247
November 20244
October 20243
September 20243
August 20246

A total of 79 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20258
March 202514
February 20259
January 20257
December 202411
November 202411
October 20249
September 20244
August 20246

High Crime Locations Plaistow South in May 2025

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

1. Cherry Tree Way (Map)
Total25
Violence and sexual offences22
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
2. Glen Road (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences9
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
3. Barclay Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Other crime2
Other theft2
4. Bushey Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
5. Upperton Road West (Map)
Total6
Vehicle crime3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
6. Larch Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
7. Barking Road (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Bicycle theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Police Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
9. Tunmarsh Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Oban Road (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.