Crime Rate in Canonbury: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Canonbury

The total recorded crimes in Canonbury, Islington, UK in July 2025 are around 138 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Canonbury crime rate of 1.49 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 Canonbury, encompassing approximately 92,759 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (42) incidents (82.61% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (31) incidents (63.16% increase)
  • Other theft: (16) incidents (60.00% increase)
Canonbury Crime Hotspots

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

  • Red House Square with total crimes: 8
  • Church Road with total crimes: 7
  • Clephane Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Canonbury?

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

  • Relative to Islington:

    • In 2024, Canonbury demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Islington average, with 667 crimes compared to 1537.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Canonbury recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other areas in the Islington.

    • In 2023, Canonbury had fewer crimes than the Islington average, with 1,231 crimes compared to 2,436. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Canonbury recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other areas in the Islington.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Canonbury Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Canonbury has recorded 138 crimes with crime rate of 1.49 ranking 14th out of 16 in the Islington, UK

In 2024, the total Canonbury crimes were 667. The crime rate of Canonbury in 2024 was 7.19 (year) or 0.60 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Islington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Canonbury were around 1,231 crimes with yearly crime rate of 13.27 (year) or 1.11 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Islington.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Canonbury)CrimesRank (Canonbury)CrimesRank (Canonbury)
Laycock408 13,577 15,453 1
Finsbury Park375 32,339 34,022 2
Clerkenwell388 22,524 23,726 3
Junction339 52,219 43,477 4
Bunhill350 41,839 53,397 5
St Mary's & St James'228 81,347 92,335 6
Tollington291 61,720 62,149 8
Arsenal179 101,198 112,180 7
St Peter's & Canalside225 91,470 71,788 12
Caledonian232 71,389 82,018 9
Hillrise138 131,157 121,970 10
Barnsbury166 111,249 101,956 11
Tufnell Park140 12795 151,318 16
Holloway137 15984 131,582 13
Highbury132 16912 141,473 14
Mildmay126 17738 161,334 15

Canonbury Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 31 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (23 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (21 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 (23 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 281 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.42 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202542
June 202523
May 202527
April 202520
March 202515
February 202515
January 202515
December 202422
November 202425
October 202423
September 202421
August 202433

A total of 88 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202512
May 20259
April 20255
March 20257
February 202511
January 20255
December 20245
November 20245
October 20249
September 20249
August 20244

A total of 283 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 43 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202531
June 202519
May 202543
April 202514
March 202527
February 202518
January 202522
December 202420
November 202425
October 202418
September 202423
August 202423

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20256
May 202511
April 20255
March 20251
February 20255
January 20256
December 20242
November 20245
October 20247
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 107 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20259
May 20256
April 202510
March 202514
February 20257
January 202515
December 202411
November 20249
October 202415
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 67 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 20258
April 202510
March 202511
February 20258
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20246
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 81 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 202512
April 202511
March 20254
February 20253
January 20256
December 20249
November 20246
October 20247
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 115 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202510
May 202517
April 20259
March 20254
February 20258
January 202510
December 20248
November 202410
October 202410
September 202410
August 20243

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20254
April 20253
March 20251
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 73 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
April 20256
March 20252
February 20259
January 202512
December 20248
November 20242
October 20247
September 20247

A total of 31 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
February 20253
January 20253
November 20246
October 20247
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 28 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20256
February 20251
January 20255
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
December 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Canonbury in July 2025

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

1. Red House Square (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
2. Church Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
3. Clephane Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Canonbury Street (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. Cleveland Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
6. Lundy Walk (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Elmore Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Prior Bolton Street (Map)
Total5
Other theft4
Burglary1
9. Wall Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Oakley Road (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

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