Crime Rate in West Ham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in West Ham

The total recorded crimes in West Ham, Newham, UK in May 2025 are around 132 as per the recent police data. This equates to a West Ham crime rate of 1.44 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 Ham, encompassing approximately 91,596 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (38) incidents (15.15% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (18.75% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (13) incidents (18.18% increase)
West Ham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Church Street with total crimes: 9
  • Ranelagh Road with total crimes: 5
  • Nina Mackay Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is West Ham?

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

  • Relative to Newham:

    • In 2024, West Ham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newham average, with 775 crimes compared to 1213.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, West Ham recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 23 other areas in the Newham.

    • In 2023, West Ham had fewer crimes than the Newham average, with 1,372 crimes compared to 1,878. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, West Ham recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 23 other areas in the Newham.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

West Ham Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the West Ham has recorded 132 crimes with crime rate of 1.44 ranking 16th out of 23 in the Newham, UK

In 2024, the total West Ham crimes were 775. The crime rate of West Ham in 2024 was 8.46 (year) or 0.71 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Newham.

In 2023, the total crimes in West Ham were around 1,372 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.98 (year) or 1.25 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Newham.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Ham)CrimesRank (West Ham)CrimesRank (West Ham)
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
Plaistow South161 81,100 92,022 6
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
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

West Ham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (38 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (23 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (47 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 (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

In May 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 47 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20255
February 20252
January 202513
December 20242
November 20244
October 20243
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 79 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202511
March 20256
February 20259
January 20257
December 20248
November 20245
October 202412
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 261 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 26.10 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202538
April 202533
March 202521
February 202515
January 202523
December 202420
November 202424
October 202419
September 202438
August 202430

A total of 317 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 28.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 47 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202538
April 202532
March 202540
February 202528
January 202518
December 202429
November 202430
October 202424
September 202447
August 202430
May 20241

A total of 48 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20248

A total of 82 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202510
March 202511
February 20255
January 20256
December 20249
November 202410
October 20249
September 20248
August 20242
May 20242

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20255
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 42 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20245
November 20243
October 20249
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 83 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.30 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 202512
March 20259
February 202512
January 20256
December 20248
November 20248
October 20249
September 20249
August 20247

A total of 28 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20249

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 202510
February 20253
January 20255
December 20247
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20255
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations West Ham in May 2025

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

1. Church Street (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Ranelagh Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Nina Mackay Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order1
4. Morton Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
5. Portway (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Geere Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Redriffe Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
8. Willis Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Bettons Park (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Eastbourne Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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