In January 2025, Newham reported the highest number of crimes in East London with 3,231 total reports, marking a 2.9% increase from the previous year. Theft was predominant, comprising over a third of all offenses, followed by violence against the person. Tower Hamlets, while having the second-highest crime rate at 2,701 reports, saw a 4.5% decrease in crime. Redbridge and Waltham Forest also had significant rates of crime, predominantly focusing on theft and violence, although some areas reported slight reductions in theft and vehicle offenses compared to last year.
In January 2025, Newham experienced the highest level of reported crime in east London, with theft being the most reported offense, constituting over a third of total reports.
Newham led all London boroughs in crime reports with a total of 3,231 cases for January 2025, driven primarily by a rise in theft and violent crimes.
Tower Hamlets, despite having the second highest reported crimes with 2,701 cases, experienced a 4.5% decline in overall crime compared to last January.
Violence against the person emerged as the predominant crime in both Newham and Redbridge, highlighting an ongoing concern for public safety in these areas.
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