Crime Rate in Shacklewell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shacklewell

The total recorded crimes in Shacklewell, Hackney, UK in July 2025 are around 104 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shacklewell crime rate of 1.07 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 Shacklewell, encompassing approximately 97,477 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (3.85% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (26) incidents (-31.58% decrease)
  • Theft from the person: (10) incidents (-54.55% decrease)
Shacklewell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Theatre/Concert Hall with total crimes: 11
  • John Campbell Road with total crimes: 9
  • Amhurst Terrace with total crimes: 7

How safe is Shacklewell?

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

  • Relative to Hackney:

    • In 2024, Shacklewell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Hackney average, with 753 crimes compared to 1097.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Shacklewell recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Hackney.

    • In 2023, Shacklewell had fewer crimes than the Hackney average, with 1,200 crimes compared to 1,827. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Shacklewell recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Hackney.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Shacklewell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Shacklewell has recorded 104 crimes with crime rate of 1.07 ranking 20th out of 20 in the Hackney, UK

In 2024, the total Shacklewell crimes were 753. The crime rate of Shacklewell in 2024 was 7.72 (year) or 0.64 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Hackney.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shacklewell were around 1,200 crimes with yearly crime rate of 12.31 (year) or 1.03 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Hackney.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shacklewell)CrimesRank (Shacklewell)CrimesRank (Shacklewell)
Hoxton East & Shoreditch418 12,767 14,448 1
Hackney Central287 21,562 42,699 2
Homerton244 41,635 22,507 4
Dalston265 31,605 32,522 3
Hackney Wick229 61,205 62,166 5
London Fields236 51,257 52,024 7
Springfield181 91,045 92,133 6
Hoxton West175 111,175 71,872 9
Lea Bridge181 71,076 81,908 8
Woodberry Down181 8993 111,437 16
Victoria146 15879 141,740 10
Clissold165 141,020 101,546 13
Hackney Downs181 10948 121,549 12
Haggerston133 17783 171,562 11
Brownswood175 12704 191,181 19
King's Park133 18908 131,526 14
De Beauvoir165 13813 151,306 17
Stoke Newington145 16801 161,451 15
Cazenove107 19498 21928 20
Stamford Hill West66 21600 20668 21

Shacklewell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (38 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (21 reports) and Theft from the person incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 274 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202526
June 202538
May 202528
April 202516
March 202530
February 202512
January 202517
December 202421
November 202421
October 202428
September 202412
August 202425

A total of 47 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20252
April 20253
February 20255
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 69 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20257
April 20257
March 20254
February 20252
January 202511
December 20243
November 20249
October 20246
September 20247
August 20242

A total of 68 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20258
May 20255
April 20252
March 20258
February 20256
January 20256
December 20243
November 20248
October 202410
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 147 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202522
May 202513
April 202512
March 202511
February 20257
January 20259
December 202420
November 202416
October 202412
September 20249
August 20246

A total of 282 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202527
June 202526
May 202529
April 202529
March 202528
February 202519
January 202520
December 202421
November 202416
October 202422
September 202425
August 202420

A total of 29 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20254
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 81 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 202510
May 20257
April 202511
March 20257
February 20256
January 202512
December 20241
November 202411
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 101 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202514
May 20255
April 202512
March 20257
February 20255
January 202510
December 202411
November 202415
October 20245
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 76 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20258
April 20254
March 20259
February 20255
January 20256
December 202413
November 202415
September 202410

A total of 56 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20247
October 202410
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20253
March 20252
January 20251
November 20241
September 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
October 20242

High Crime Locations Shacklewell in July 2025

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

1. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total11
Theft from the person4
Shoplifting3
Public order2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
2. John Campbell Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Amhurst Terrace (Map)
Total7
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting2
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
5. Charterhouse Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
6. Nightclub (Map)
Total5
Bicycle theft2
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Selsea Place (Map)
Total5
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Amhurst Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Theft from the person1
9. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
10. Nightclub (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1

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