Bethnal Green West Crime Rate
Metropolitan Police Service • January 2026 Data
1
UK Score
8
Metropolitan Score
F
High Risk
Total Crimes
1617
January 2026
Violent Crime
414
Assaults, robbery
Property Crime
317
Burglary, theft
Anti-Social
292
Nuisance, disorder
Population
12,098
Census 2021
Crime Rate
133.7
per 1,000 people
Is Bethnal Green West Safe?
Bethnal Green West has a safety score of 1/100, placing it in the bottom 1% of UK neighbourhoods. In January 2026, police recorded 1617 crimes in this area, including 414 violent offences.
This area has higher crime rates than most UK neighbourhoods. Take extra precautions with personal belongings and avoid walking alone at night.
Crime Breakdown
414
Violent Crime
292
Anti-Social Behaviour
146
Other Theft
132
Theft from Person
112
Burglary
97
Drugs
92
Public Order
84
Shoplifting
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bethnal Green West safe to live in?
Bethnal Green West has a Safety Score of 1/100, rated "High Risk". This score is based on 1,617 crimes reported in January 2026.
What is Bethnal Green West's crime rate?
Bethnal Green West recorded 1,617 crimes in January 2026, including 414 violent crimes and 317 property crimes.
Which police force covers Bethnal Green West?
Bethnal Green West is policed by Metropolitan Police Service.
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Nearby: Bethnal Green East · Weavers · Haggerston · Spitalfields and Banglatown · London Fields · Victoria
District: Tower Hamlets
City: London