Is Central Greenford Safe?
Crime statistics for Central Greenford. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 7,925 total crimes recorded in Central Greenford
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Central Greenford — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Central Greenford safe?
Central Greenford has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 4,024 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 3.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Central Greenford are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Central Greenford in the last 12 months?
4,024 crimes were recorded in Central Greenford in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 3.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,901 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 2,266 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Central Greenford?
The most common crime in Central Greenford is Violent Crime, with 2,266 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 56.3% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Central Greenford increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Central Greenford is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 3.2% — from 3,901 crimes in the previous 12 months to 4,024 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Central Greenford?
Central Greenford has a safety score of 7 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Central Greenford compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Central Greenford has a safety score of 7/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Central Greenford is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Central Greenford?
43.5% of crimes recorded in Central Greenford resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Metropolitan Police Service. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Central Greenford?
2,266 violent crimes were recorded in Central Greenford in the last 12 months — representing 56.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 1,969 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Central Greenford last updated?
The crime data for Central Greenford was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Central Greenford with other areas?
You can compare Central Greenford with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.