Crime Rate in South Tottenham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Tottenham

The total recorded crimes in South Tottenham, Haringey, UK in May 2025 are around 256 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Tottenham crime rate of 2.29 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 South Tottenham, encompassing approximately 111,886 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (59) incidents (34.09% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (58) incidents (11.54% increase)
  • Theft from the person: (29) incidents (20.83% increase)
South Tottenham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 14
  • Mill Mead Road with total crimes: 12
  • Isobel Place with total crimes: 10

How safe is South Tottenham?

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

  • Relative to Haringey:

    • In 2024, South Tottenham reported a higher crime volume than the Haringey average, with 1,780 crimes compared to 949. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, South Tottenham witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Haringey.

    • In 2023, South Tottenham experienced a greater number of crimes than the Haringey average, with 3,397 crimes compared to 1,803. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, South Tottenham witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Haringey.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Haringey, South Tottenham has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

South Tottenham Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the South Tottenham has recorded 256 crimes with crime rate of 2.29 ranking 4th out of 20 in the Haringey, UK

In 2024, the total South Tottenham crimes were 1,780. The crime rate of South Tottenham in 2024 was 15.91 (year) or 1.33 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Haringey.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Tottenham were around 3,397 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.36 (year) or 2.53 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Haringey.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Tottenham)CrimesRank (South Tottenham)CrimesRank (South Tottenham)
Noel Park394 12,257 14,337 1
Northumberland Park312 32,030 23,335 3
Tottenham Central345 21,408 52,577 5
Harringay202 51,134 62,739 4
Tottenham Hale191 71,528 42,168 7
Woodside193 61,101 72,271 6
White Hart Lane136 8895 81,780 8
Bruce Castle127 9812 111,707 9
Seven Sisters92 14821 91,390 12
St Ann's90 15820 101,513 10
Crouch End121 10620 151,098 16
West Green76 17717 131,434 11
Hornsey116 11643 141,349 13
Highgate103 13718 121,225 14
Stroud Green106 12550 161,045 17
Hermitage & Gardens89 16456 171,132 15
Fortis Green64 20444 18908 18
Muswell Hill65 18437 19860 19
Bounds Green64 19398 20814 20
Alexandra Park53 21370 21792 21

South Tottenham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (59 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (58 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (52 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (44 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (69 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (45 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 49 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (49 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (37 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (74 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (63 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (49 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (59 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (51 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Theft from the person saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

In May 2024, Public order dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 513 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 51.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 69 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202559
April 202544
March 202569
February 202550
January 202549
December 202434
November 202437
October 202463
September 202449
August 202459

A total of 113 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.27 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 20257
March 20258
February 202510
January 202510
December 202410
November 20249
October 202420
September 202410
August 20249
May 20241

A total of 219 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202522
April 202511
March 202526
February 202526
January 202517
December 202421
November 202420
October 202433
September 202429
August 202414

A total of 541 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 45.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 74 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202558
April 202552
March 202545
February 202549
January 202556
December 202453
November 202455
October 202474
September 202443
August 202451
July 20242
May 20243

A total of 43 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.30 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20254
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20242
November 20247
October 20244
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 134 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202522
March 202518
February 20256
January 202518
December 202411
November 202412
October 202412
September 202416
August 20249

A total of 158 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202521
March 202513
February 202515
January 20259
December 202418
November 202414
October 202413
September 202418
August 202412
July 20241
May 20243

A total of 108 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20258
March 20259
February 20259
January 202514
December 202411
November 202412
October 202415
September 20247
August 20248
July 20241
May 20245

A total of 281 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.42 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202529
April 202524
March 202524
February 202518
January 202528
December 202432
November 202430
October 202432
September 202429
August 202431
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 82 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202510
March 202514
February 20259
January 20256
December 20246
November 20249
October 20246
September 20249
August 20243

A total of 92 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202511
March 20259
February 202514
January 202515
December 20249
November 20246
October 202410
September 20248
May 20241

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20256
February 20256
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20243

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 202511
March 202514
February 202512
January 202512
December 20249
November 202411
October 202412
September 20249
August 20248
July 20241

High Crime Locations South Tottenham in May 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery2
Other theft1
2. Mill Mead Road (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary2
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
3. Isobel Place (Map)
Total10
Other theft3
Robbery2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Theft from the person1
4. Stonebridge Road (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour8
Drugs1
Robbery1
5. Ermine Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
6. Isobel Place (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Theft from the person1
7. South Tottenham (Map)
Total7
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
8. Shopping Area (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting2
Public order1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
9. Suffield Road (Map)
Total7
Robbery2
Theft from the person2
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Page Green Terrace (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Theft from the person2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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