Willesden Magistrates’ Court Listings

About Willesden Magistrates Court

Willesden Magistrates' Court is located at 448 High Road, London, NW10 2DZ, in the heart of the London Borough of Brent. Sitting on one of North West London's most prominent thoroughfares, the court serves as the primary venue for criminal, motoring, and civil justice across the Brent area. Whether you are a defendant, a legal professional, a journalist, or a member of the public seeking to attend a hearing, this page provides up-to-date daily listings for Willesden Magistrates Court, helping you stay informed about scheduled cases and court sessions.

Jurisdiction and Cases Heard at Willesden Magistrates Court

Willesden Magistrates' Court handles a wide range of cases for the London Borough of Brent and surrounding areas. As a busy North West London court, it processes matters from several local police stations including Wembley, Colindale, Kilburn, Harlesden, and Neasden. The types of cases routinely heard include:

• Adult criminal cases – including theft, assault, public order offences, and drug-related matters
• Youth criminal cases – involving defendants under 18 years of age
• Motoring and traffic offences – including driving without insurance, speeding, and drink-driving
• Single Justice Procedure (SJP) cases – minor summary offences decided by a single magistrate without a public hearing
• Overnight custody cases – defendants held overnight who appear before the court the following morning
• Remand hearings – bail and custody decisions for defendants awaiting trial

More serious indictable offences that start at Willesden Magistrates may be sent to Inner London Crown Court or Wood Green Crown Court for trial or sentencing.

Court Listings: What the Daily List Contains

The Willesden Magistrates Court daily listing is published each working day and provides members of the public and legal professionals with scheduled hearing information. Each published court list typically includes:

• The defendant's full name
• The case or charge reference number
• The name of the prosecuting body (e.g. Metropolitan Police, DVLA, TfL)
• The allocated courtroom number
• The scheduled hearing time

Please note that listings involving children or youth defendants are not published in line with legal safeguarding requirements. Similarly, overnight custody cases may not appear on the published list. For information on these cases, you can contact the court directly.

Opening Hours, Contact Details and Getting There

Opening Hours

Willesden Magistrates' Court is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. The public counter is open for in-person enquiries between 9am–11:30am and 1pm–2:30pm.

Contact Information

• Address: 448 High Road, London, NW10 2DZ
• General Enquiries (Crime): 03308 084 407 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm; Sat 8am–2pm)
• Single Justice Service enquiries: 0300 303 0656 (Mon–Fri 9am–5pm)
• Fine queries: 0300 123 9252
• Pay a fine: 0300 790 9901
• Legal aid enquiries: 0151 235 6750
• Citizens Advice Witness Service: 0300 332 1387
• Email (General): [email protected]
• Email (Crime enquiries): [email protected]
• Email (Single Justice): [email protected]

How to Get to Willesden Magistrates Court

Willesden Magistrates' Court is well served by London's public transport network. The nearest London Underground station is Dollis Hill on the Jubilee line, approximately a short walk from the court on High Road. Alternatively, the Stonebridge Park and Harlesden stations (Bakerloo/Overground) are also within reach. Several Metroline and TfL bus routes serve the NW10 High Road corridor directly, including services from central London stops such as Oxford Street. If travelling by car, the court is approximately 7 miles from central London; however, parking is limited in the area and public transport is strongly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions – Willesden Magistrates Court

How do I find out if a case is listed at Willesden Magistrates Court today?

You can view the latest daily listings for Willesden Magistrates Court on this page. The lists are updated regularly and show cases scheduled at the court for the current day. Listings include the defendant's name, hearing time, courtroom, and prosecuting body.

Can members of the public attend hearings at Willesden Magistrates Court?

Yes. Magistrates' court hearings are generally open to the public in England and Wales. You can attend a hearing by going to 448 High Road, London, NW10 2DZ during court hours. However, hearings involving children or those held in chambers are not open to the public.

What should I do if I have received a court summons for Willesden Magistrates Court?

If you have received a summons to appear at Willesden Magistrates Court, you should read it carefully to confirm your hearing date, time, and courtroom. If you need legal advice, you can contact a solicitor or seek assistance from Citizens Advice. For queries about your case, contact the court directly on 03308 084 407 or by emailing [email protected].

Does Willesden Magistrates Court hear youth cases?

Yes, Willesden Magistrates Court includes a Youth Court that hears cases involving defendants under 18. These hearings are not published on the public listings for safeguarding reasons, but you can contact the court directly for information relevant to your case.

Which police areas does Willesden Magistrates Court cover?

Willesden Magistrates' Court primarily serves the London Borough of Brent, with cases referred from Metropolitan Police stations in Wembley, Colindale, Kilburn, Neasden, and Harlesden, among others.