Rural Brent Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Rural Brent's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 27.9% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure, though modest, reflects a broader trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.4% of all incidents. This category's rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 12% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or policing strategies—may be contributing to this relative safety. Anti-social behaviour followed, making up 33.3% of reported crimes.6 per 1,000 is 72% above the UK average. This disparity could be influenced by the area's rural character, where limited resources for community engagement or social services might leave some issues unaddressed. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, with shorter days and reduced retail activity—may also play a role. Typically, such periods see a dip in outdoor crimes, which aligns with the data showing only 1 property crime (vehicle theft) and 4 violent incidents. However, the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences, which more than tripled from December, introduces a new dynamic. This increase may be partly explained by the transition from a holiday period to regular routines, though further analysis would be needed to confirm. Overall, the data illustrates a community where crime is present but far below national levels, with specific challenges in addressing anti-social behaviour and the sudden spike in violent offences.

January 2026 saw a dramatic 300% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average for the category, raises questions about local factors contributing to such a jump. Concurrently, drugs and vehicle crime each doubled from zero to one incident, marking a stark departure from previous months. Anti-social behaviour, however, declined by 50%, dropping from 6 to 3 cases—a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or targeted interventions. Anti-social behaviour remains 72% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could signal unique local challenges. For residents, the most immediate concern is the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences, which now constitute 44.4% of all reported crimes. This category's rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 12% below the UK average, highlighting a combination of local safety measures and national trends.

Rural Brent's crime rate in January 2026 remained stable at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall safety levels during the period. On a daily basis, the area reported roughly 0 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally specific, underscores the low frequency of incidents. When considering the monthly exposure, 1 crime occurred for every 205 residents over the course of January—a rate that, while not zero, is lower than the UK average. This statistic provides a tangible sense of scale for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime is comparatively low. The population context further reinforces this: with 1,846 residents, the area's small size contributes to a manageable crime footprint, even when considering the higher-than-average rates for specific categories like anti-social behaviour. These figures collectively illustrate a community where crime, while present, is infrequent and largely contained.