Crime Rate in Camden Square: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Camden Square

The total recorded crimes in Camden Square, Camden, UK in May 2025 are around 106 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Camden Square crime rate of 1.67 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Camden Square, encompassing approximately 63,284 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (37) incidents (19.35% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (122.22% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (16) incidents (33.33% increase)
Camden Square Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Rousden Street with total crimes: 10
  • Agar Grove with total crimes: 9
  • Pandian Way with total crimes: 8

How safe is Camden Square?

To understand the safety of Camden Square, we need to analyze Camden Square crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Camden:

    • In 2024, Camden Square demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Camden average, with 739 crimes compared to 2779.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Camden Square recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other areas in the Camden.

    • In 2023, Camden Square had fewer crimes than the Camden average, with 948 crimes compared to 4,520. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Camden Square recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 19 other areas in the Camden.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Camden, Camden Square has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Camden Square Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Camden Square has recorded 106 crimes with crime rate of 1.67 ranking 16th out of 19 in the Camden, UK

In 2024, the total Camden Square crimes were 739. The crime rate of Camden Square in 2024 was 11.68 (year) or 0.97 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Camden.

In 2023, the total crimes in Camden Square were around 948 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.98 (year) or 1.25 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Camden.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Camden Square)CrimesRank (Camden Square)CrimesRank (Camden Square)
Holborn & Covent Garden2,045 216,610 230,153 1
Bloomsbury2,341 117,422 123,901 2
Regent's Park263 52,689 44,956 3
King's Cross338 32,978 34,814 4
Camden Town331 42,611 53,975 5
St Pancras & Somers Town186 81,995 62,872 6
Kilburn204 61,014 92,049 8
West Hampstead141 101,257 72,278 7
Primrose Hill186 71,041 81,887 9
South Hampstead168 9785 141,346 16
Gospel Oak141 11936 121,602 10
Belsize116 15972 101,433 13
Highgate119 14868 131,482 11
Haverstock123 13958 111,434 12
Kentish Town South123 12737 161,418 14
Fortune Green94 18626 171,399 15
Hampstead Town87 19560 181,104 17
Kentish Town North102 17529 19952 18
Frognal32 20250 20407 20

Camden Square Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (37 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 290 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 29.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202537
April 202531
March 202520
February 202524
January 202525
December 202428
November 202425
October 202432
September 202431
August 202437

A total of 51 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20255
March 20255
February 20257
January 20255
December 20244
November 20248
October 20244
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 189 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 18.90 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202520
April 20259
March 202514
February 202513
January 202528
December 202425
November 202423
October 202423
September 202413
August 202421

A total of 91 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20257
March 20256
February 20256
January 20253
December 20249
November 202418
October 202413
September 202410
August 20248

A total of 128 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.80 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202512
March 20258
February 202516
January 202513
December 202424
November 20249
October 20249
September 202416
August 20245

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20252
March 20253
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20246
September 20247

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
October 20243
September 20243

A total of 44 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20258
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
January 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.22 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20257
February 20256
January 20254
December 20247
November 20242
October 20243
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 30 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20256
February 20256
January 20255
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
August 20243

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Camden Square in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Camden Square postcode area is presented below.

1. Rousden Street (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour2
Robbery2
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Agar Grove (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour9
3. Pandian Way (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour7
Burglary1
4. Sandall Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Cliff Villas (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Vehicle crime1
6. Marquis Road (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
7. Cantelowes Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hospital (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
9. Randolph Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
10. Camden Park Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1

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