Plaistow West and Canning Town East Crime Rate
Metropolitan Police Service • July 2026 Data
11
UK Score
36
Metropolitan Score
F
High Risk
Total Crimes
1203
July 2026
Violent Crime
354
Assaults, robbery
Property Crime
241
Burglary, theft
Anti-Social
237
Nuisance, disorder
Population
16,804
Census 2021
Crime Rate
71.6
per 1,000 people
Is Plaistow West and Canning Town East Safe?
Plaistow West and Canning Town East has a safety score of 11/100, placing it in the bottom 11% of UK neighbourhoods. In July 2026, police recorded 1203 crimes in this area, including 354 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
354
Violent Crime
237
Anti-Social Behaviour
168
Shoplifting
130
Vehicle Crime
83
Other Theft
55
Theft from Person
47
Public Order
33
Drugs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Plaistow West and Canning Town East safe to live in?
Plaistow West and Canning Town East has a Safety Score of 11/100, rated "High Risk". This score is based on 1,203 crimes reported in July 2026.
What is Plaistow West and Canning Town East's crime rate?
Plaistow West and Canning Town East recorded 1,203 crimes in July 2026, including 354 violent crimes and 241 property crimes.
Which police force covers Plaistow West and Canning Town East?
Plaistow West and Canning Town East is policed by Metropolitan Police Service.
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Nearby: Plaistow South · Plaistow North · Canning Town North · West Ham · Custom House · Canning Town South
District: Newham
City: London
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