Crime Rate in South Hampstead: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Hampstead

The total recorded crimes in South Hampstead, Camden, UK in March 2025 are around 166 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Hampstead crime rate of 1.58 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 South Hampstead, encompassing approximately 105,235 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (514.29% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (40) incidents (81.82% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (26) incidents (-13.33% decrease)
South Hampstead Crime Hotspots

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

  • Harben Road with total crimes: 30
  • Hilgrove Road with total crimes: 27
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 19

How safe is South Hampstead?

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

  • Relative to Camden:

    • In 2024, South Hampstead demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Camden average, with 785 crimes compared to 2779.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Hampstead recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, South Hampstead had fewer crimes than the Camden average, with 1,346 crimes compared to 4,520. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Hampstead recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

South Hampstead Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the South Hampstead has recorded 166 crimes with crime rate of 1.58 ranking 8th out of 19 in the Camden, UK

In 2024, the total South Hampstead crimes were 785. The crime rate of South Hampstead in 2024 was 7.46 (year) or 0.62 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Camden.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Hampstead were around 1,346 crimes with yearly crime rate of 12.79 (year) or 1.07 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Camden.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Camden)CrimesRank (Camden)CrimesRank (Camden)
Holborn & Covent Garden2,329 216,610 230,153 1
Bloomsbury2,534 117,422 123,901 2
Regent's Park245 52,689 44,956 3
King's Cross273 42,978 34,814 4
Camden Town291 32,611 53,975 5
St Pancras & Somers Town215 61,995 62,872 6
West Hampstead139 111,257 72,278 7
Primrose Hill181 71,041 81,887 9
Kilburn141 101,014 92,049 8
Gospel Oak150 9936 121,602 10
Belsize133 12972 101,433 13
Highgate130 13868 131,482 11
Haverstock125 14958 111,434 12
Kentish Town South104 17737 161,418 14
Fortune Green106 16626 171,399 15
Camden Square70 19739 15948 19
Kentish Town North124 15529 19952 18
Hampstead Town97 18560 181,104 17
Frognal38 20250 20407 20

South Hampstead Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (40 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 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 (22 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20258
December 20246
November 202410
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 146 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 16.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202540
February 202522
January 202529
December 202415
November 20247
October 202412
September 202412
August 20243
April 20246

A total of 200 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 20.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202543
February 20257
January 202521
December 202416
November 202421
October 202429
September 202430
August 202411
May 20243
April 202419

A total of 212 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 23.56 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202530
January 202529
December 202424
November 202420
October 202430
September 202412
August 202422
April 202419

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 82 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 202514
December 202415
November 202413
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247
April 20246

A total of 84 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202512
January 20255
December 20245
November 202415
October 202412
September 202412
August 20242
April 20249

A total of 119 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.22 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 202520
December 202413
November 202412
October 202417
September 20248
August 202422
April 202416

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
January 20256
December 202415
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
September 20244

A total of 108 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202512
January 202511
December 20249
November 202418
October 202417
September 202416
August 20246
April 202410

A total of 39 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.88 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202511
January 20252
December 20248
November 20242
October 20248
August 20241
April 20243

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 202512
December 20242
November 20246
October 20247
September 20246
August 20244
April 20246

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations South Hampstead in March 2025

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

1. Harben Road (Map)
Total30
Shoplifting27
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Hilgrove Road (Map)
Total27
Violence and sexual offences15
Drugs6
Anti-social behaviour3
Robbery3
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total19
Shoplifting9
Theft from the person4
Anti-social behaviour3
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Marlborough Hill (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft3
5. Broadhurst Close (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
6. Priory Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
7. B507 (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other crime1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
8. Rowley Way (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
9. Fairfax Place (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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