WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Metropolitan Police Service Police

Crime in Camden Town, Camden

Comprehensive safety analysis for Camden Town, localized within Camden.

Total Crimes

307
trending_up +19.5% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

231.96per 1k
trending_down -0.9% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

6,387

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences59
Theft from Person51
Other Theft41
Anti-social Behaviour41
Drug Offences38
Public Order19
Shoplifting18
Criminal Damage & Arson13
Robbery12
Vehicle Crime5
Bicycle Theft4
Burglary4
Weapons Possession1
Other Crime1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Camden Town Map
Drugs: 19Theft from the person: 7Shoplifting: 5
41
On or near Supermarket Map
Other theft: 12Shoplifting: 5Criminal damage and arson: 4
24
On or near Camden High Street Map
Shoplifting: 5Other theft: 4Robbery: 2
16
On or near Theatre/Concert Hall Map
Anti-social behaviour: 9Drugs: 4Public order: 2
15
On or near Nightclub Map
Theft from the person: 5Anti-social behaviour: 4Robbery: 1
11
On or near Supermarket Map
Violence and sexual offences: 9Robbery: 2
11
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 8Other theft: 3
11
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map
Theft from the person: 8Drugs: 2
10
On or near Hawley Mews Map
Anti-social behaviour: 7Robbery: 1Bicycle theft: 1
10
On or near Nightclub Map
Other theft: 6Public order: 2
8

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Safety comparison within Camden district.

Local Rank

#18safest in Camden

National Safety

Top 1%Riskiest

City Average

113.85per 1k

Local Policing

Kentish Town South

Metropolitan Police Service

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Local Priorities

Antisocial Behaviour (ASB)
We will tackle antisocial behaviour by focusing on locations and individuals linked to repeat issues. Officers will carry out high visibility patrols, review incidents reported as ASB, and take appropriate action where behaviour crosses into criminality or involves vulnerable people. Where appropriate, we will use enforcement powers alongside partnership working to prevent further harm. Tools such as ASB warnings, notices, and Criminal Behaviour Orders (CBOs) may be used to deal with persistent offenders.

Issued: 1 Apr 2026

Status Update

We have already started targeted leaflet drops and high visibility patrols in areas affected by antisocial behaviour. We have also increased public engagement events, giving residents and businesses more opportunities to speak directly with local officers. Details of upcoming events are shared on the Met Engage platform, where you can meet members of the team and tell us about any concerns affecting your area.

Actioned: 19 Apr 2026

Cycling Offences
We will take action against cycling offences that put pedestrians and other road users at risk. This includes cycling on pavements, failing to stop at red lights, and riding in a careless or anti social manner. Officers will use a combination of engagement, education, and enforcement to improve safety and compliance.

Issued: 1 Apr 2026

Status Update

We have already taken enforcement action, issuing our first Fixed Penalty Notice on Kentish Town Road to a cyclist who failed to comply with a red traffic signal. Officers will receive targeted input from experienced colleagues to ensure cycling offences are dealt with correctly and that prosecutions are pursued where appropriate. Joint ward operations are also being planned to address cycling offences both on our ward and across neighbouring wards..

Actioned: 19 Apr 2026

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG)
Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls is a priority for this team. Officers will patrol identified locations where women and girls may feel unsafe and will respond positively and robustly to reports of harassment, abuse, or violence. All reports will be fully investigated, and victims will be supported throughout.
We work closely with partner agencies and licensed premises to safeguard those at risk and to identify, disrupt, and arrest offenders. Officers will also carry out targeted patrols of open spaces, particularly at times when concerns are highest.
Our approach is informed by what women and girls tell us, as their experiences and concerns shape how and where we patrol to help keep them safe

Issued: 1 Apr 2026

Status Update

We have a number of initiatives planned to address Violence Against Women and Girls. This includes a women only meeting on the ward, giving women the opportunity to meet the local team and share their concerns directly. We will also be arranging ward walks with women to identify areas where they feel unsafe and to help shape how and where we patrol. Dates for proactive operations are already scheduled, and updates and results will be shared here as activity takes place.

Actioned: 20 Apr 2026

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