We are dedicated to reducing bike crime across the nation. Below is an overview of the latest bicycle theft statistics for England & Wales, based on 2026 data.
The highest rates of bicycle theft per 1,000 daytime population are concentrated in inner London boroughs:
The lowest rates of bicycle theft per 1,000 daytime population are found in outer London boroughs:
At a regional level, the highest theft rates per 1,000 people in 2026 are:
Bicycle theft reports across England & Wales have seen a notable decrease between 2025 and 2026:
This represents a reduction of 3,988 reports β an encouraging trend, though there remains significant work to be done.
Source: crimerate.co.uk/bicycle-theft