Crime Rate in Hornsey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hornsey

The total recorded crimes in Hornsey, Haringey, UK in July 2025 are around 166 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hornsey crime rate of 1.36 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 Hornsey, encompassing approximately 122,441 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (57) incidents (72.73% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (44) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (12) incidents (300.00% increase)
Hornsey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Newland Road with total crimes: 9
  • St Mary'S Road with total crimes: 7
  • Park Road with total crimes: 7

How safe is Hornsey?

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

  • Relative to Haringey:

    • In 2024, Hornsey demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Haringey average, with 643 crimes compared to 949.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Hornsey recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other areas in the Haringey.

    • In 2023, Hornsey had fewer crimes than the Haringey average, with 1,349 crimes compared to 1,803. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Hornsey recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other areas in the Haringey.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Hornsey Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Hornsey has recorded 166 crimes with crime rate of 1.36 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Haringey, UK

In 2024, the total Hornsey crimes were 643. The crime rate of Hornsey in 2024 was 5.25 (year) or 0.44 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Haringey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hornsey were around 1,349 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.02 (year) or 0.92 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Haringey.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hornsey)CrimesRank (Hornsey)CrimesRank (Hornsey)
Noel Park418 12,257 14,337 1
South Tottenham285 51,780 33,397 2
Northumberland Park344 22,030 23,335 3
Harringay303 31,134 62,739 4
Tottenham Hale202 71,528 42,168 7
Tottenham Central300 41,408 52,577 5
Woodside217 61,101 72,271 6
White Hart Lane121 11895 81,780 8
Bruce Castle140 9812 111,707 9
Seven Sisters102 16821 91,390 12
St Ann's119 12820 101,513 10
Highgate138 10718 121,225 14
West Green117 13717 131,434 11
Stroud Green116 14550 161,045 17
Hermitage & Gardens84 18456 171,132 15
Crouch End108 15620 151,098 16
Muswell Hill85 17437 19860 19
Fortis Green81 19444 18908 18
Bounds Green69 21398 20814 20
Alexandra Park80 20370 21792 21

Hornsey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 57 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 44 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (33 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (38 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (33 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (29 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 359 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 57 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202557
June 202533
May 202538
April 202525
March 202538
February 202524
January 202525
December 202418
November 202418
October 202425
September 202425
August 202433

A total of 54 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20257
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20256
January 20255
December 20245
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 302 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202544
June 202524
May 202519
April 202525
March 202525
February 202525
January 202529
December 202423
November 202421
October 202415
September 202423
August 202429

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
January 20251
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 105 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20258
May 20256
April 20258
March 20255
February 202512
January 202510
December 20249
November 20249
October 202413
September 202411
August 20243

A total of 84 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.64 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202511
May 20255
April 202514
March 20259
February 20258
January 202512
December 20247
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245

A total of 64 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20255
January 202510
December 20242
November 20247
October 20243
September 20246
August 202412

A total of 77 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202510
May 20257
April 20253
March 20259
February 20256
January 20255
December 20248
November 20243
October 20246
September 20247
August 20245

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 60 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20258
May 202516
April 202511
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
September 20245

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 62 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202511
May 202510
April 20256
March 20259
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 42 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241

High Crime Locations Hornsey in July 2025

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

1. Newland Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson3
2. St Mary'S Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Theft from the person1
3. Park Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Moselle Close (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
5. Gisburn Road (Map)
Total6
Theft from the person2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Farrer Mews (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
7. Palace Gates (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Theft from the person1
8. Great Amwell Lane (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
9. Lightfoot Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Police Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5

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