Crime Rate in Hornsey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hornsey

The total recorded crimes in Hornsey, Haringey, UK in March 2025 are around 114 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hornsey crime rate of 0.93 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 Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (38) incidents (58.33% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
Hornsey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Boyton Road with total crimes: 8
  • Montague Road with total crimes: 8
  • Brook Road with total crimes: 5

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Hornsey has recorded 114 crimes with crime rate of 0.93 ranking 13th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Haringey)CrimesRank (Haringey)CrimesRank (Haringey)
Noel Park320 12,257 14,337 1
South Tottenham261 31,780 33,397 2
Northumberland Park282 22,030 23,335 3
Harringay132 81,134 62,739 4
Tottenham Hale194 61,528 42,168 7
Tottenham Central243 41,408 52,577 5
Woodside198 51,101 72,271 6
Bruce Castle148 7812 111,707 9
White Hart Lane123 10895 81,780 8
Seven Sisters101 14821 91,390 12
St Ann's129 9820 101,513 10
West Green93 15717 131,434 11
Crouch End119 11620 151,098 16
Highgate116 12718 121,225 14
Hermitage & Gardens73 17456 171,132 15
Stroud Green83 16550 161,045 17
Fortis Green72 18444 18908 18
Muswell Hill70 19437 19860 19
Bounds Green67 20398 20814 20
Alexandra Park51 21370 21792 21

Hornsey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

In July 2024, Criminal damage and arson recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20256
January 20255
December 20248
November 20243
October 20246
September 20247
August 20245
April 20242

A total of 230 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 25.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202538
February 202524
January 202525
December 202418
November 202418
October 202425
September 202425
August 202433
April 202424

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20255
December 20245
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20248
April 20247

A total of 82 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 202512
January 202510
December 20249
November 20249
October 202413
September 202411
August 20243
April 202410

A total of 30 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
October 20242
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 216 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 21.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202525
January 202529
December 202423
November 202421
October 202415
September 202423
August 202429
May 20241
April 202425

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20246
August 20241
April 20243

A total of 53 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.62 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 202512
December 20247
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
April 20244

A total of 51 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 202510
December 20242
November 20247
October 20243
September 20246
August 202412
July 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 19 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
September 20245
April 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
April 20241

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
April 20245

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20242
August 20243

High Crime Locations Hornsey in March 2025

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

1. Boyton Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Robbery2
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Montague Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Brook Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. Newland Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hermiston Avenue (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
6. Birkbeck Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs1
7. Redston Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
8. The Campsbourne (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
9. Myddelton Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cross Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Theft from the person1

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