Barking and Dagenham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Barking and Dagenham's crime rate in November 2024 remained 14.5% above the UK average at 8.7 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a persistent challenge for local authorities. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (31.2% of total), anti-social behaviour (14.1%), and vehicle crime (10.8%). This mix aligns with the area's urban character, where high-density housing, commercial zones, and transport networks create environments conducive to both property and violent crime. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter evenings, the Bonfire Night event, and the Black Friday shopping period—likely influenced patterns. For instance, the 13% below-average rate for shoplifting may be attributed to increased retail security measures during the holiday sales period. However, the area's vehicle crime rate was 105% above the UK average, consistent with the presence of car parks and transport hubs that attract opportunistic theft. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.7 per 1,000, were 5% above the UK average, a trend that may be linked to the area's social dynamics and the challenges of managing public spaces in a densely populated built-up area. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both the physical and social factors contributing to crime in Barking and Dagenham.

November 2024 saw a 6.3% drop in Barking and Dagenham's overall crime rate compared to October, driven by a 29.1% decrease in robbery incidents. This reduction may partly reflect the closure of high-traffic retail areas during late-night hours, though the seasonal context of shorter evenings and reduced footfall in commercial zones likely contributed. Conversely, drug-related crimes surged by 35.5%, with 145 incidents reported—131% above the UK average. This sharp rise could be linked to the proximity of major transport links, which often act as hubs for illicit activity. Possession of weapons also increased by 100%, from 5 to 10 incidents. Shoplifting rates were 13% below the UK average, due to enhanced security measures in local retail outlets during the Black Friday shopping period.

Barking and Dagenham's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 8.7 per 1,000 residents, a 6.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.3. This decline suggests a slight easing of pressure on local policing resources compared to October. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 66 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the density of the built-up urban environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 115 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a densely populated area. This monthly exposure rate is particularly relevant for residents considering the cumulative risk over a full month, though it does not capture fluctuations in daily patterns. The population context underscores that even a modest crime rate translates to a tangible presence in a community of over 229,000 people, where crime is distributed across a mix of residential, commercial, and transport hubs.