Crime Rate in William Morris: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in William Morris

The total recorded crimes in William Morris, Waltham Forest, UK in May 2025 are around 118 as per the recent police data. This equates to a William Morris crime rate of 1.27 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 May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (41) incidents (32.26% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
William Morris Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 12
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 7
  • Forest Road with total crimes: 7

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 areas in the Waltham Forest.

    • 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 areas in the Waltham Forest.

  • 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 May 2025 the William Morris has recorded 118 crimes with crime rate of 1.27 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (William Morris)CrimesRank (William Morris)CrimesRank (William Morris)
High Street216 21,477 12,482 1
Leytonstone239 11,252 31,766 7
Lea Bridge177 41,455 22,248 2
Valley171 51,241 42,210 3
Forest178 3975 81,533 9
Leyton141 8956 92,203 4
Grove Green108 12696 132,042 5
Hoe Street149 61,145 51,645 8
Cann Hall145 71,015 61,909 6
St James123 91,012 71,383 11
Higham Hill98 13720 121,415 10
Chapel End118 10685 151,153 13
Wood Street87 15738 111,064 16
Cathall56 21687 141,214 12
Larkswood82 16594 161,132 14
Hatch Lane & Highams Park North90 14491 18804 20
Markhouse57 19479 19908 17
Chingford Green79 17562 17895 18
Hale End & Highams Park South73 18477 20815 19
Endlebury57 20311 21515 22
Upper Walthamstow43 22288 22516 21

William Morris Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 54 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202514
March 20257
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20248
October 20243
September 20247
August 20242

A total of 223 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 22.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202525
April 202520
March 202532
February 202518
January 202513
December 202413
November 202421
October 202425
September 202432
August 202424

A total of 59 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.90 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20255
March 20254
February 20254
January 20255
December 20249
November 20247
October 20246
September 20243
August 202410

A total of 86 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 202512
March 202510
February 20258
January 202510
December 202410
November 202413
October 20244
September 202410
August 20243

A total of 65 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202510
March 202510
February 20256
January 20256
December 20242
November 20244
October 20247
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 249 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 24.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202541
April 202531
March 202528
February 202518
January 202520
December 202414
November 202430
October 202419
September 202417
August 202431

A total of 154 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 15.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202514
March 20257
February 202510
January 202517
December 202418
November 202417
October 202436
September 202418
August 20248

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20245

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20242

A total of 49 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254
January 20258
December 202410
November 20244
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 48 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20246
October 202410
September 20249
August 20244

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20243
September 20242

A total of 59 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20257
February 20257
January 20258
December 20245
November 20248
October 20249
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations William Morris in May 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Burglary2
Shoplifting1
3. Forest Road (Map)
Total7
Vehicle crime3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Drugs1
4. Priory Court (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
5. Brookdale Road (Map)
Total6
Burglary3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Wolsey Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
7. Mitre Avenue (Map)
Total6
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Luton Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
9. Bromley Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Bicycle theft1
10. Eastleigh Road (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences2

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