Crime Rate in Hoxton East & Shoreditch: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hoxton East & Shoreditch

The total recorded crimes in Hoxton East & Shoreditch, Hackney, UK in March 2025 are around 356 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hoxton East & Shoreditch crime rate of 2.33 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 Hoxton East & Shoreditch, encompassing approximately 152,607 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Theft from the person: (77) incidents (54.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (65) incidents (22.64% increase)
  • Other theft: (47) incidents (-6.00% decrease)
Hoxton East & Shoreditch Crime Hotspots

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

  • Nightclub with total crimes: 24
  • Boot Street with total crimes: 14
  • Anning Street with total crimes: 13

How safe is Hoxton East & Shoreditch?

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

  • Relative to Hackney:

    • In 2024, Hoxton East & Shoreditch reported a higher crime volume than the Hackney average, with 2,767 crimes compared to 1,097. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Hoxton East & Shoreditch witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hoxton East & Shoreditch experienced a greater number of crimes than the Hackney average, with 4,448 crimes compared to 1,827. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Hoxton East & Shoreditch witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Hoxton East & Shoreditch Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hoxton East & Shoreditch has recorded 356 crimes with crime rate of 2.33 ranking 1th out of 20 in the Hackney, UK

In 2024, the total Hoxton East & Shoreditch crimes were 2,767. The crime rate of Hoxton East & Shoreditch in 2024 was 18.13 (year) or 1.51 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Hackney.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hoxton East & Shoreditch were around 4,448 crimes with yearly crime rate of 29.15 (year) or 2.43 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Hackney.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hackney)CrimesRank (Hackney)CrimesRank (Hackney)
Hackney Central196 31,562 42,699 2
Homerton243 21,635 22,507 4
Dalston188 61,605 32,522 3
Hackney Wick192 41,205 62,166 5
London Fields192 51,257 52,024 7
Springfield172 71,045 92,133 6
Hoxton West167 91,175 71,872 9
Lea Bridge158 101,076 81,908 8
Woodberry Down170 8993 111,437 16
Victoria132 12879 141,740 10
Clissold139 111,020 101,546 13
Haggerston86 20783 171,562 11
Hackney Downs123 13948 121,549 12
King's Park117 15908 131,526 14
Stoke Newington123 14801 161,451 15
De Beauvoir106 17813 151,306 17
Shacklewell114 16753 181,200 18
Cazenove89 18498 21928 20
Brownswood88 19704 191,181 19
Stamford Hill West80 21600 20668 21

Hoxton East & Shoreditch Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Theft from the person (77 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (65 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Theft from the person was another prevalent crime category with 50 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (76 reports) and Theft from the person incidents were also notably high (49 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 101 incidents, and Theft from the person was another prevalent crime category with 72 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Theft from the person (88 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (73 cases).

In October 2024, Theft from the person dominated crime reports (101 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (68 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Theft from the person were the most frequent (94 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (59 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Theft from the person (94 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (53 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Theft from the person (6 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Public order dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Theft from the person also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 298 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 37.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202541
February 202532
January 202523
December 202431
November 202429
October 202454
September 202440
August 202448

A total of 88 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202521
January 20256
December 20249
November 202414
October 202410
September 20248
August 20246

A total of 549 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 54.90 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 101 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202565
February 202553
January 202576
December 2024101
November 202473
October 202468
September 202457
August 202453
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 141 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202522
January 202521
December 202414
November 202416
October 202426
September 202417
August 20246

A total of 376 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 37.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202547
February 202550
January 202544
December 202450
November 202468
October 202444
September 202459
August 202411
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 108 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20257
January 202518
December 202416
November 202410
October 202422
September 20249
August 20248
July 20241
May 20244

A total of 635 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 57.73 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 101 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202577
February 202550
January 202549
December 202472
November 202488
October 2024101
September 202494
August 202494
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 82 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20257
January 20257
December 20248
November 202411
October 202423
September 202411
August 20246
July 20241

A total of 249 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 27.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202533
February 202523
January 202529
December 202425
November 202437
October 202429
September 202436
August 202435
June 20242

A total of 81 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.12 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20259
January 202511
December 202418
November 20249
October 202411
September 20247
August 20246

A total of 182 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 20.22 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 45 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 20258
January 202520
December 202445
November 202444
October 202431
September 202412
August 20244
July 20241

A total of 139 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20258
January 202512
December 202415
November 202430
October 202413
September 202425
August 202426

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
June 20242

High Crime Locations Hoxton East & Shoreditch in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hoxton East & Shoreditch postcode area is presented below.

1. Nightclub (Map)
Total24
Theft from the person7
Violence and sexual offences7
Drugs6
Other theft3
Public order1
2. Boot Street (Map)
Total14
Theft from the person4
Robbery3
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Anning Street (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting8
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Public order1
Robbery1
4. Conference/Exhibition Centre (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences4
Theft from the person3
Robbery2
Drugs1
Other theft1
5. Nightclub (Map)
Total10
Other theft4
Public order2
Theft from the person2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
6. Rivington Street (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary2
Theft from the person2
Other theft1
Robbery1
7. Bethnal Green Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour7
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Nightclub (Map)
Total9
Theft from the person6
Burglary1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rivington Place (Map)
Total9
Theft from the person4
Other theft2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
10. Halcomb Street (Map)
Total8
Drugs4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1

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