Crime Rate in Westbourne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westbourne

The total recorded crimes in Westbourne, Westminster, UK in May 2025 are around 116 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westbourne crime rate of 0.66 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 Westbourne, encompassing approximately 176,054 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (38) incidents (46.15% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (29) incidents (-30.95% decrease)
  • Drugs: (11) incidents (175.00% increase)
Westbourne Crime Hotspots

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

  • Western Mews with total crimes: 15
  • Warwick Crescent with total crimes: 14
  • Alfred Road with total crimes: 10

How safe is Westbourne?

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

  • Relative to Westminster:

    • In 2024, Westbourne demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Westminster average, with 870 crimes compared to 13172.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Westbourne recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 17 other areas in the Westminster.

    • In 2023, Westbourne had fewer crimes than the Westminster average, with 1,351 crimes compared to 20,560. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Westbourne recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 17 other areas in the Westminster.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Westbourne Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Westbourne has recorded 116 crimes with crime rate of 0.18 ranking 14th out of 17 in the Westminster, UK

In 2024, the total Westbourne crimes were 870. The crime rate of Westbourne in 2024 was 4.94 (year) or 0.41 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Westminster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westbourne were around 1,351 crimes with yearly crime rate of 7.67 (year) or 0.64 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Westminster.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Westbourne)CrimesRank (Westbourne)CrimesRank (Westbourne)
St James's10,122 294,079 2165,655 1
West End11,833 1109,811 1149,761 2
Marylebone1,564 312,577 319,709 3
Vincent Square395 42,652 54,493 4
Knightsbridge & Belgravia374 52,813 43,431 7
Lancaster Gate259 82,056 74,035 5
Regent's Park266 71,878 83,975 6
Pimlico North298 62,093 63,098 8
Bayswater227 101,473 92,417 9
Hyde Park256 91,314 102,336 10
Church Street180 121,298 112,325 11
Maida Vale185 11777 141,335 15
Harrow Road128 13806 131,579 12
Queen's Park100 16742 151,398 13
Little Venice105 15709 161,122 16
Pimlico South97 17636 171,096 17
Abbey Road59 18506 18957 18

Westbourne Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (39 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (28 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 38 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (34 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (41 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 361 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 36.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202529
April 202542
March 202539
February 202538
January 202528
December 202438
November 202434
October 202436
September 202436
August 202441

A total of 74 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20258
March 20253
February 20258
January 20257
December 20249
November 20248
October 202411
September 20246
August 20248

A total of 333 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 33.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202538
April 202526
March 202546
February 202533
January 202526
December 202438
November 202428
October 202434
September 202422
August 202442

A total of 70 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20254
March 20256
February 20253
January 20257
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 202429

A total of 63 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.30 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 20256
January 20253
December 20249
November 20245
October 20247
September 20249
August 20248

A total of 68 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20255
February 20256
January 20255
December 202410
November 20244
October 202411
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 49 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20254
March 20253
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20246
August 202418

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
October 20245
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 58 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20256
February 20253
January 20252
December 20246
November 202411
October 20247
September 20248
August 202411

A total of 63 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.30 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 20257
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 20248
October 20243
September 20249
August 202411

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20255
March 20254
February 20255
January 20255
December 20244
November 20249
October 20247
September 202411
August 20247

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20252
October 20242
September 20241
August 20248

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
September 20248
August 20241

High Crime Locations Westbourne in May 2025

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

1. Western Mews (Map)
Total15
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
2. Warwick Crescent (Map)
Total14
Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Alfred Road (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
4. Cirencester Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
5. A4207 (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Burglary1
6. Woodfield Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Aldridge Road Villas (Map)
Total6
Drugs3
Vehicle crime3
8. Shirland Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Windsor Gardens (Map)
Total4
Theft from the person2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Clearwell Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1

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