Crime Rate in South Woodford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Woodford

The total recorded crimes in South Woodford, Redbridge, UK in July 2025 are around 64 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Woodford crime rate of 1.93 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 South Woodford, encompassing approximately 33,136 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
South Woodford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Albert Road with total crimes: 4
  • Alexandra Road with total crimes: 4
  • George Lane with total crimes: 4

How safe is South Woodford?

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

  • Relative to Redbridge:

    • In 2024, South Woodford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Redbridge average, with 402 crimes compared to 758.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Woodford recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other areas in the Redbridge.

    • In 2023, South Woodford had fewer crimes than the Redbridge average, with 742 crimes compared to 1,360. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Woodford recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other areas in the Redbridge.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

South Woodford Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the South Woodford has recorded 64 crimes with crime rate of 1.93 ranking 19th out of 21 in the Redbridge, UK

In 2024, the total South Woodford crimes were 402. The crime rate of South Woodford in 2024 was 12.13 (year) or 1.01 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Redbridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Woodford were around 742 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.39 (year) or 1.87 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Redbridge.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Woodford)CrimesRank (South Woodford)CrimesRank (South Woodford)
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
Hainault136 6687 111,203 11
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
Wanstead Park38 21255 22536 21
Monkhams24 22293 21468 22

South Woodford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (16 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 102 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 20256
May 20253
April 202511
March 202512
February 20259
January 20256
December 20248
November 20249
October 20246
September 202410
August 20244

A total of 35 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20256
February 20253
January 20252
December 20245
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 67 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20255
April 20258
March 20252
February 20253
January 20258
December 20245
November 20244
October 202411
September 20248
August 20241

A total of 128 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202514
May 20259
April 20259
March 20256
February 20257
January 202513
December 20249
November 202416
October 202412
September 202412
August 20247

A total of 130 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202516
May 20258
April 20259
March 202511
February 20257
January 202512
December 202415
November 202415
October 202421
September 20248
August 20242

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
November 20244
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
April 20252
March 20252
February 20256
January 20252
December 20245
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20244
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
November 20243
October 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
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20252
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
May 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 22 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations South Woodford in July 2025

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

1. Albert Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Alexandra Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
3. George Lane (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
4. Daisy Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
5. Hermitage Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
6. Avon Way (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Deepdene Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Burton Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
9. Onslow Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Southend Road (Map)
Total2
Public order2

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