Crime Rate in Hainault: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hainault

The total recorded crimes in Hainault, Redbridge, UK in July 2025 are around 136 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hainault crime rate of 2.91 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 Hainault, encompassing approximately 46,673 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (42) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (-21.43% decrease)
  • Public order: (18) incidents (125.00% increase)
Hainault Crime Hotspots

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

  • Marlyon Road with total crimes: 8
  • Hursley Road with total crimes: 7
  • Yellowpine Way with total crimes: 5

How safe is Hainault?

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

  • Relative to Redbridge:

    • In 2024, Hainault demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Redbridge average, with 687 crimes compared to 758.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Hainault witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Redbridge.

    • In 2023, Hainault had fewer crimes than the Redbridge average, with 1,203 crimes compared to 1,360. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Hainault witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Redbridge.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Redbridge, Hainault has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Hainault Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Hainault has recorded 136 crimes with crime rate of 2.91 ranking 6th out of 21 in the Redbridge, UK

In 2024, the total Hainault crimes were 687. The crime rate of Hainault in 2024 was 14.72 (year) or 1.23 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Redbridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hainault were around 1,203 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.77 (year) or 2.15 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Redbridge.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hainault)CrimesRank (Hainault)CrimesRank (Hainault)
Ilford Town293 11,715 13,040 1
Clementswood158 51,285 32,647 2
Seven Kings288 21,412 22,487 3
Loxford191 31,162 42,004 4
Goodmayes163 4912 61,598 5
Aldborough125 12940 51,577 6
Cranbrook112 13756 81,475 7
Churchfields135 7868 71,363 8
Fairlop133 8697 101,275 9
Valentines133 9702 91,186 12
Wanstead Village100 15671 141,245 10
Fullwell130 10674 131,094 14
Clayhall126 11570 151,067 15
Chadwell109 14675 121,112 13
Mayfield69 18550 16989 16
Newbury100 16475 19897 19
Barkingside77 17505 17965 17
Bridge57 20479 18960 18
South Woodford64 19402 20742 20
Wanstead Park38 21255 22536 21
Monkhams24 22293 21468 22

Hainault Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (42 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 329 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202542
June 202528
May 202524
April 202532
March 202542
February 202528
January 202515
December 202414
November 202416
October 202427
September 202429
August 202432

A total of 51 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20252
April 20257
March 20253
February 20257
January 20255
December 20245
November 20242
October 20246
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 375 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202533
June 202542
May 202520
April 202539
March 202527
February 202527
January 202536
December 202420
November 202441
October 202423
September 202442
August 202425

A total of 84 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 20258
May 20255
April 20258
March 20256
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20247
September 202410
August 20248

A total of 56 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20256
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20249
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 78 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
April 20255
March 20258
February 20259
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 202410
September 202412
August 202410

A total of 83 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20256
May 20256
April 20259
March 20258
February 20258
January 20258
December 20244
November 20246
October 20248
September 20247
August 20245

A total of 22 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20255
February 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
November 20241

A total of 98 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202510
May 20255
April 202510
March 20255
February 202512
January 20258
December 20249
November 20245
October 20248
September 202415
August 20245

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 18 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Hainault in July 2025

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

1. Marlyon Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
2. Hursley Road (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Yellowpine Way (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order1
4. Kennylands Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs1
5. Lotus Close (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Greenwood Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
7. Burrow Green (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Other theft1
8. The Acorns (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
10. Kesteven Close (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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