Crime Rate in Stamford Hill West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stamford Hill West

The total recorded crimes in Stamford Hill West, Hackney, UK in May 2025 are around 69 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stamford Hill West crime rate of 1.01 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 Stamford Hill West, encompassing approximately 68,094 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Shoplifting: (27) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (50.00% increase)
Stamford Hill West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 31
  • Stamford Hill with total crimes: 9
  • Crusoe Mews with total crimes: 5

How safe is Stamford Hill West?

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

  • Relative to Hackney:

    • In 2024, Stamford Hill West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Hackney average, with 600 crimes compared to 1097.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Stamford Hill West recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Hackney.

    • In 2023, Stamford Hill West had fewer crimes than the Hackney average, with 668 crimes compared to 1,827. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Stamford Hill West recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Hackney.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Stamford Hill West Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Stamford Hill West has recorded 69 crimes with crime rate of 1.01 ranking 21th out of 20 in the Hackney, UK

In 2024, the total Stamford Hill West crimes were 600. The crime rate of Stamford Hill West in 2024 was 8.81 (year) or 0.73 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Hackney.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stamford Hill West were around 668 crimes with yearly crime rate of 9.81 (year) or 0.82 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Hackney.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Stamford Hill West)CrimesRank (Stamford Hill West)CrimesRank (Stamford Hill West)
Hoxton East & Shoreditch412 12,767 14,448 1
Hackney Central219 41,562 42,699 2
Homerton223 31,635 22,507 4
Dalston229 21,605 32,522 3
Hackney Wick198 51,205 62,166 5
London Fields187 71,257 52,024 7
Springfield174 81,045 92,133 6
Hoxton West195 61,175 71,872 9
Lea Bridge145 91,076 81,908 8
Victoria118 16879 141,740 10
Clissold122 151,020 101,546 13
Hackney Downs139 10948 121,549 12
Haggerston130 13783 171,562 11
Woodberry Down134 12993 111,437 16
De Beauvoir139 11813 151,306 17
King's Park105 18908 131,526 14
Stoke Newington129 14801 161,451 15
Brownswood105 17704 191,181 19
Shacklewell100 19753 181,200 18
Cazenove90 20498 21928 20

Stamford Hill West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (40 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (42 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (77 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (99 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 85 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 20255
March 202512
February 20254
January 20251
December 20248
November 20246
October 202412
September 20247
August 202415

A total of 29 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20246
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 116 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 11.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20258
March 202511
February 202510
January 20257
December 202413
November 202415
October 202418
September 20249
August 202413

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 419 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 41.90 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 99 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202527
April 202518
March 202521
February 202512
January 202540
December 202449
November 202442
October 202477
September 202499
August 202434

A total of 42 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20252
March 202512
February 20256
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20248
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20254
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20256
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Stamford Hill West in May 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total31
Shoplifting26
Theft from the person2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Stamford Hill (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
3. Crusoe Mews (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
5. Reizel Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Theft from the person2
Public order1
6. Lordship Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
7. Schonfeld Square (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Dunsmure Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Royal Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. St Andrew'S Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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