Crime Rate in William Morris: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in William Morris

The total recorded crimes in William Morris, Waltham Forest, UK in March 2025 are around 117 as per the recent police data. This equates to a William Morris crime rate of 1.26 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 William Morris, encompassing approximately 92,645 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (77.78% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (28) incidents (55.56% increase)
  • Other theft: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
William Morris Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 16
  • Forest Road with total crimes: 10
  • Mitre Avenue with total crimes: 8

How safe is William Morris?

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

  • Relative to Waltham Forest:

    • In 2024, William Morris demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Waltham Forest average, with 787 crimes compared to 820.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, William Morris witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, William Morris had fewer crimes than the Waltham Forest average, with 1,103 crimes compared to 1,407. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, William Morris recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Waltham Forest, William Morris has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

William Morris Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the William Morris has recorded 117 crimes with crime rate of 1.26 ranking 11th out of 21 in the Waltham Forest, UK

In 2024, the total William Morris crimes were 787. The crime rate of William Morris in 2024 was 8.49 (year) or 0.71 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Waltham Forest.

In 2023, the total crimes in William Morris were around 1,103 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.91 (year) or 0.99 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Waltham Forest.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Waltham Forest)CrimesRank (Waltham Forest)CrimesRank (Waltham Forest)
High Street227 11,477 12,482 1
Lea Bridge207 31,455 22,248 2
Valley222 21,241 42,210 3
Leytonstone183 41,252 31,766 7
Leyton157 7956 92,203 4
Grove Green96 13696 132,042 5
Hoe Street174 51,145 51,645 8
Cann Hall172 61,015 61,909 6
St James136 81,012 71,383 11
Forest135 10975 81,533 9
Chapel End135 9685 151,153 13
Higham Hill107 12720 121,415 10
Wood Street89 14738 111,064 16
Cathall82 15687 141,214 12
Larkswood54 19594 161,132 14
Hatch Lane & Highams Park North76 16491 18804 20
Markhouse52 21479 19908 17
Chingford Green57 18562 17895 18
Hale End & Highams Park South69 17477 20815 19
Upper Walthamstow54 20288 22516 21
Endlebury43 22311 21515 22

William Morris Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

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

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (30 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (31 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.22 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20248
October 20243
September 20247
August 20242
April 20245

A total of 198 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 22.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202518
January 202513
December 202413
November 202421
October 202425
September 202432
August 202424
April 202420

A total of 16 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20245
April 20241

A total of 144 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 16.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202510
January 202517
December 202418
November 202417
October 202436
September 202418
August 20248
April 202413

A total of 81 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20258
January 202510
December 202410
November 202413
October 20244
September 202410
August 20243
April 202413

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20256
January 20256
December 20242
November 20244
October 20247
September 20245
August 20243
April 20247

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.88 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 20258
December 20245
November 20248
October 20249
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 57 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20249
November 20247
October 20246
September 20243
August 202410
April 20249

A total of 201 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 22.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202518
January 202520
December 202414
November 202430
October 202419
September 202417
August 202431
April 202424

A total of 46 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 202410
September 20249
August 20244
April 20243

A total of 50 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20258
December 202410
November 20244
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243
April 20249

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20243
September 20242

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20242
April 20244

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations William Morris in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total16
Anti-social behaviour11
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
2. Forest Road (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
3. Mitre Avenue (Map)
Total8
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Gaywood Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Public order1
6. Phoenix Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
7. Darndale Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
8. Brookdale Road (Map)
Total4
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Boleyn Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Elphinstone Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1

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