Crime Rate in London Fields: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in London Fields

The total recorded crimes in London Fields, Hackney, UK in March 2025 are around 192 as per the recent police data. This equates to a London Fields crime rate of 2.59 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 London Fields, encompassing approximately 74,067 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (36) incidents (89.47% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (7.14% increase)
  • Bicycle theft: (18) incidents (260.00% increase)
London Fields Crime Hotspots

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

  • Elizabeth Fry Road with total crimes: 14
  • Theatre/Concert Hall with total crimes: 8
  • Lee Street with total crimes: 8

How safe is London Fields?

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

  • Relative to Hackney:

    • In 2024, London Fields reported a higher crime volume than the Hackney average, with 1,257 crimes compared to 1,097. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, London Fields witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, London Fields experienced a greater number of crimes than the Hackney average, with 2,024 crimes compared to 1,827. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, London Fields witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

London Fields Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the London Fields has recorded 192 crimes with crime rate of 2.59 ranking 5th out of 20 in the Hackney, UK

In 2024, the total London Fields crimes were 1,257. The crime rate of London Fields in 2024 was 16.97 (year) or 1.41 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Hackney.

In 2023, the total crimes in London Fields were around 2,024 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.33 (year) or 2.28 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Hackney.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hackney)CrimesRank (Hackney)CrimesRank (Hackney)
Hoxton East & Shoreditch356 12,767 14,448 1
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
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

London Fields Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (36 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (40 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (33 cases).

In October 2024, Theft from the person dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (46 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Theft from the person (25 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (47 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (39 incidents).

In July 2024, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In May 2024, Theft from the person dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20256
January 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20249
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 170 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 18.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202512
January 202514
December 202414
November 202431
October 202438
September 202425
August 202416
May 20243

A total of 99 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 20255
January 20258
December 202410
November 202417
October 202425
September 202414
August 20242

A total of 72 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20257
January 202513
December 202413
November 202410
October 20248
September 20247
August 20243

A total of 118 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.11 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202510
January 202524
December 202424
November 20249
October 202412
September 202415
August 20246
May 20242

A total of 71 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.10 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20259
January 20256
December 20247
November 202412
October 20246
September 20249
August 20247
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 66 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20258
January 20257
December 202410
November 202412
October 20245
September 20248
August 20245
May 20241

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242

A total of 101 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202512
January 202516
December 202415
November 202412
October 202410
September 202414
August 20246

A total of 255 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.88 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202528
January 202541
December 202432
November 202433
October 202429
September 202423
August 202439

A total of 253 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.62 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 47 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202519
January 202520
December 202420
November 202440
October 202425
September 202446
August 202447

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 202514
January 20255
December 20248
November 20242
October 20246
September 20245
August 20244

High Crime Locations London Fields in March 2025

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

1. Elizabeth Fry Road (Map)
Total14
Burglary3
Bicycle theft2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
2. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total8
Robbery2
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Lee Street (Map)
Total8
Bicycle theft2
Other theft2
Theft from the person2
Burglary1
Robbery1
4. Ellingfort Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour6
Burglary1
5. Shopping Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Theft from the person2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
6. Middleton Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Theft from the person1
7. London Fields West Side (Map)
Total6
Robbery2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. London Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
9. Warburton Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime1
10. Duncan Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime1
Other theft1

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