Crime Rate in Muswell Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Muswell Hill

The total recorded crimes in Muswell Hill, Haringey, UK in March 2025 are around 70 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Muswell Hill crime rate of 1.65 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 Muswell Hill, encompassing approximately 42,354 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (166.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-15.38% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (10) incidents (25.00% increase)
Muswell Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Queens Lane with total crimes: 10
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 10
  • Princes Avenue with total crimes: 6

How safe is Muswell Hill?

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

  • Relative to Haringey:

    • In 2024, Muswell Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Haringey average, with 437 crimes compared to 949.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Muswell Hill recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Muswell Hill had fewer crimes than the Haringey average, with 860 crimes compared to 1,803. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Muswell Hill recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Muswell Hill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Muswell Hill has recorded 70 crimes with crime rate of 1.65 ranking 19th out of 20 in the Haringey, UK

In 2024, the total Muswell Hill crimes were 437. The crime rate of Muswell Hill in 2024 was 10.32 (year) or 0.86 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Haringey.

In 2023, the total crimes in Muswell Hill were around 860 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.30 (year) or 1.69 (month) ranking 19 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
Hornsey114 13643 141,349 13
Hermitage & Gardens73 17456 171,132 15
Stroud Green83 16550 161,045 17
Fortis Green72 18444 18908 18
Bounds Green67 20398 20814 20
Alexandra Park51 21370 21792 21

Muswell Hill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

In July 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 99 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20256
January 202512
December 202412
November 20244
October 202412
September 202415
August 202416
April 20246

A total of 63 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202510
January 20253
December 20242
November 20248
October 20247
September 202412
August 20243
April 202412

A total of 19 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20242
September 20243
April 20242

A total of 73 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20258
January 20256
December 202411
November 202410
October 202413
September 20249
August 20241
April 20245

A total of 42 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20249
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
April 20246

A total of 99 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.90 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202513
January 202515
December 20248
November 202412
October 202411
September 20248
August 202411
July 20241
April 20249

A total of 61 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20257
January 20256
December 20245
November 20249
October 20248
September 20248
August 20246
April 20247

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244
April 20243

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20243
August 20243
April 20242

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Muswell Hill in March 2025

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

1. Queens Lane (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting4
Robbery2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Theft from the person3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
3. Princes Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
4. Athenaeum Place (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Firemans Cottages (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Summerland Gardens (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Hillfield Park (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
8. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Alexandra Palace Way (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Church Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

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