Is East Ham South Safe?
Crime statistics for East Ham South. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 10,352 total crimes recorded in East Ham South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for East Ham South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Ham South safe?
East Ham South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 10,352 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. East Ham South has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in East Ham South in the last 12 months?
10,352 crimes were recorded in East Ham South in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 3.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (10,756 crimes).
What is the most common crime in East Ham South?
The most common crime in East Ham South is Violent Crime, with 2,819 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 27.2% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in East Ham South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in East Ham South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for East Ham South?
East Ham South has a safety score of 9 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 East Ham South compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
East Ham South has a safety score of 9/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. East Ham South is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in East Ham South?
31.6% of crimes in East Ham South resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in East Ham South?
2,819 violent crimes were recorded in East Ham South in the last 12 months, representing 27.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,923 incidents.
When was the crime data for East Ham South last updated?
The crime data for East Ham South was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare East Ham South with other areas?
You can compare East Ham South with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.