Crime Rate in Brompton & Hans Town: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brompton & Hans Town

The total recorded crimes in Brompton & Hans Town, Kensington and Chelsea, UK in March 2025 are around 205 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brompton & Hans Town crime rate of 1.40 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 Brompton & Hans Town, encompassing approximately 146,056 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Vehicle crime: (47) incidents (-24.19% decrease)
  • Other theft: (36) incidents (5.88% increase)
  • Theft from the person: (32) incidents (14.29% increase)
Brompton & Hans Town Crime Hotspots

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

  • North Terrace with total crimes: 8
  • Cromwell Place with total crimes: 8
  • Harriet Walk with total crimes: 8

How safe is Brompton & Hans Town?

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

  • Relative to Kensington and Chelsea:

    • In 2024, Brompton & Hans Town reported a higher crime volume than the Kensington and Chelsea average, with 1,583 crimes compared to 946. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Brompton & Hans Town witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Brompton & Hans Town experienced a greater number of crimes than the Kensington and Chelsea average, with 2,945 crimes compared to 1,608. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Brompton & Hans Town witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Kensington and Chelsea, Brompton & Hans Town has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Brompton & Hans Town Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Brompton & Hans Town has recorded 205 crimes with crime rate of 1.40 ranking 2th out of 17 in the Kensington and Chelsea, UK

In 2024, the total Brompton & Hans Town crimes were 1,583. The crime rate of Brompton & Hans Town in 2024 was 10.84 (year) or 0.90 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Kensington and Chelsea.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brompton & Hans Town were around 2,945 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.16 (year) or 1.68 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Kensington and Chelsea.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kensington and Chelsea)CrimesRank (Kensington and Chelsea)CrimesRank (Kensington and Chelsea)
Royal Hospital288 11,782 13,179 1
Colville188 41,430 32,244 3
Earl's Court196 31,258 42,074 5
Campden115 91,000 72,125 4
Stanley143 61,106 51,871 6
Holland150 5958 91,644 8
Courtfield106 101,059 61,444 9
Golborne136 7999 81,691 7
Notting Dale122 8786 111,110 14
Queen's Gate84 15689 131,339 10
Pembridge100 12808 101,261 11
Dalgarno103 11755 121,153 13
Redcliffe91 14679 141,190 12
Chelsea Riverside92 13598 151,087 15
St. Helen's81 16562 161,004 16
Abingdon68 17497 17883 17
Norland63 18474 18703 18

Brompton & Hans Town Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (47 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (36 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 62 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (40 reports) and Theft from the person incidents were also notably high (37 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Theft from the person was another prevalent crime category with 42 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (47 reports) and Theft from the person incidents were also notably high (44 cases).

In October 2024, Theft from the person dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (41 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (31 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Theft from the person was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

In May 2024, Theft from the person dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Theft from the person were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (46 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 98 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.89 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20259
January 202510
December 202412
November 20248
October 202416
September 202410
August 20248
April 202414

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
April 20242

A total of 331 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 30.09 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 51 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202528
January 202537
December 202442
November 202444
October 202444
September 202422
August 202427
July 20241
May 20243
April 202451

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 310 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 31.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202534
January 202536
December 202441
November 202442
October 202441
September 202424
August 202431
July 20241
April 202424

A total of 374 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 41.56 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202547
February 202562
January 202540
December 202450
November 202447
October 202437
September 202427
August 202418
April 202446

A total of 215 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 23.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202518
January 202522
December 202429
November 202435
October 202418
September 202423
August 202428
April 202420

A total of 246 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 27.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202522
January 202532
December 202429
November 202424
October 202432
September 202422
August 202427
April 202436

A total of 58 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20255
December 20243
November 202415
October 20248
September 20247
August 20249
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 69 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202510
January 202511
December 20248
November 20249
October 20249
September 20247
August 20245
April 20246

A total of 162 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202520
January 202516
December 202421
November 202414
October 202416
September 202420
August 202417
April 202422

A total of 69 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.62 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202510
January 20258
December 202414
November 202411
October 202410
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 17 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
April 20243

High Crime Locations Brompton & Hans Town in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Brompton & Hans Town postcode area is presented below.

1. North Terrace (Map)
Total8
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Cromwell Place (Map)
Total8
Theft from the person3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Harriet Walk (Map)
Total8
Vehicle crime3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
4. Herbert Crescent (Map)
Total8
Vehicle crime4
Burglary1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
5. Glendower Place (Map)
Total7
Other theft4
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Brompton Road (Map)
Total7
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Vehicle crime3
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Thurloe Place (Map)
Total5
Theft from the person4
Other theft1
9. Exhibition Road (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cromwell Mews (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences1

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