Waltham Forest Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Waltham Forest's overall crime rate in November 2025 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.7% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge for the area, which has historically recorded higher-than-average crime rates. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (23.7% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.9%) and vehicle crime (9.5%). These patterns align with the area's character as a mixed urban district with significant retail and transport hubs, which likely contribute to the prominence of vehicle-related and anti-social incidents. Seasonal factors such as the approach of Christmas shopping and the darker evenings of November may have influenced these trends. Violence and sexual offences in Waltham Forest were 14% below the UK average, a deviation that could reflect local policing strategies or demographic factors. The interplay between high-density residential areas, commercial zones, and public transport networks may shape the crime profile in ways distinct from other regions, warranting further contextual analysis.

November 2025 saw a 26.7% decrease in shoplifting compared to the previous month, with reported incidents falling from 191 to 140. This decline may be linked to the early start of Black Friday shopping, which could have shifted consumer activity to online platforms or early promotions. Conversely, burglary increased by 25.5% (94 to 118), suggesting a possible spike in opportunistic crimes during the month. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 6.7% (626 to 584), a reduction that could reflect the impact of local initiatives or seasonal changes in public behaviour. Waltham Forest's anti-social behaviour rate was 98% above the UK average, highlighting a stark contrast with national trends. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remained significantly elevated, at 125% above the UK average, a figure that may be tied to the area's dense road networks and commuter traffic. The sharp rise in 'other crime' (+66.7%) from 15 to 25 incidents deserves closer attention, though the data does not specify the nature of these cases. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic interplay between local conditions and broader national patterns, with some categories defying expectations while others align closely with UK averages.

Waltham Forest's crime rate in November 2025 remained stable at 9.1 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month, maintaining a consistent level of activity despite seasonal shifts. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 85 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 110 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of the frequency of crime in the area, though it does not account for variations in population density or spatial distribution. When compared to the UK average, Waltham Forest's crime rate highlights a significant disparity, with the area recording 24.7% more incidents than the national benchmark. This gap is particularly evident in categories such as anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, which were 98% and 125% above the UK average respectively. However, the rate of violence and sexual offences in Waltham Forest was 14% below the national figure, a deviation that may reflect local policing efforts or community-specific factors. The combination of these trends suggests a complex crime picture that requires targeted interventions to address the most pressing issues while building on areas where the area already performs better than the national average.