Crime Rate in Hackney Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hackney Central

The total recorded crimes in Hackney Central, Hackney, UK in February 2025 are around 175 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hackney Central crime rate of 1.46 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 Hackney Central, encompassing approximately 119,567 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (-12.20% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (13.64% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (19) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Hackney Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 38
  • Mare Street with total crimes: 13
  • Marvin Street with total crimes: 12

How safe is Hackney Central?

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

  • Relative to Hackney:

    • In 2024, Hackney Central reported a higher crime volume than the Hackney average, with 1,562 crimes compared to 1,097. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Hackney Central witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hackney Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Hackney average, with 2,699 crimes compared to 1,827. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Hackney Central witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Hackney, Hackney Central has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Hackney Central Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Hackney Central has recorded 175 crimes with crime rate of 1.46 ranking 4th out of 20 in the Hackney, UK

In 2024, the total Hackney Central crimes were 1,562. The crime rate of Hackney Central in 2024 was 13.06 (year) or 1.09 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Hackney.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hackney Central were around 2,699 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.57 (year) or 1.88 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Hackney.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hackney)CrimesRank (Hackney)CrimesRank (Hackney)
Hoxton East & Shoreditch294 12,767 14,448 1
Homerton220 21,635 22,507 4
Dalston182 31,605 32,522 3
Hackney Wick136 61,205 62,166 5
London Fields135 71,257 52,024 7
Hoxton West138 51,175 71,872 9
Springfield124 101,045 92,133 6
Lea Bridge127 81,076 81,908 8
Woodberry Down125 9993 111,437 16
Victoria88 18879 141,740 10
Clissold107 111,020 101,546 13
Haggerston95 16783 171,562 11
Hackney Downs89 17948 121,549 12
Brownswood105 12704 191,181 19
King's Park97 15908 131,526 14
Stoke Newington104 13801 161,451 15
De Beauvoir104 14813 151,306 17
Shacklewell81 19753 181,200 18
Cazenove81 20498 21928 20
Stamford Hill West42 21600 20668 21

Hackney Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (48 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (31 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (37 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (58 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (44 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (59 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (41 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (46 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (39 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Public order (3 incidents) and then Robbery showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 154 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202513
January 202522
December 202418
November 202420
October 202430
September 202415
August 20245
May 20243
April 202428

A total of 90 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202511
January 202516
December 20248
November 20246
October 202418
September 20246
August 20249
April 202416

A total of 57 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202510
January 20257
December 20247
November 20249
October 202412
September 20246
August 20243
July 20241
April 20242

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20258
December 20247
November 20246
October 20244
September 20245
August 202410
May 20241

A total of 360 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 32.73 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 51 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202536
January 202541
December 202451
November 202448
October 202444
September 202444
August 202441
July 20242
May 20246
April 202446
March 20241

A total of 66 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20258
January 20259
December 20248
November 20246
October 202411
September 20247
August 20246
April 202411

A total of 117 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202512
January 20257
December 202412
November 202412
October 202416
September 202418
August 202419
July 20242
May 20243
April 202413
March 20243

A total of 50 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20253
December 20249
November 20246
October 20249
September 20247
August 20245
April 20244
March 20243

A total of 196 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 24.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202519
January 202519
December 202416
November 202421
October 202430
September 202458
August 202414
April 202419

A total of 140 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 14.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202519
January 202516
December 202419
November 202423
October 202419
September 20246
August 202414
May 20242
April 202420
March 20242

A total of 73 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.12 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20259
January 20257
December 20245
November 20249
October 20249
September 202416
August 20241
April 202417

A total of 281 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 35.12 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 59 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202525
January 202522
December 202434
November 202431
October 202437
September 202434
August 202459
April 202439

A total of 15 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
April 20243

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
April 20242

High Crime Locations Hackney Central in February 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total38
Shoplifting13
Theft from the person10
Other theft3
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Possession of weapons1
Robbery1
2. Mare Street (Map)
Total13
Anti-social behaviour4
Bicycle theft3
Theft from the person3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Marvin Street (Map)
Total12
Public order6
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
4. Florfield Road (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting2
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Public order1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sigdon Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
6. Spurstowe Terrace (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour6
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Shoplifting2
8. Gould Terrace (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Bodney Road (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hillman Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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