Crime in Crouch End: statistics, rates and trends
1,198 crimes were recorded in Crouch End in the 12 months to July 2026, 105.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Crouch End at a glance
- Crime trends in Crouch End
- Types of crime in Crouch End
- Crouch End compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Crouch End
- What happened after crimes were reported in Crouch End
- Population and deprivation in Crouch End
- Questions about crime in Crouch End
- About this data
1,198 crimes were recorded in Crouch End in the 12 months to July 2026, 105.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 250 reports (21% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Crouch End has the 1,096th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Crouch End | Haringey | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,198 | 35,064 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 105.9 | 132.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -6% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 11,314 | 263,850 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Crouch End was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,475 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (1,133). Over the whole period it fell 13%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,198 | 105.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,273 | 112.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,136 | 100.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,133 | 100.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,231 | 108.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,381 | 122.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,475 | 130.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,426 | 126.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,372 | 121.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 105 |
| June 2026 | 99 |
| May 2026 | 114 |
| April 2026 | 107 |
| March 2026 | 104 |
| February 2026 | 86 |
| January 2026 | 125 |
| December 2025 | 100 |
| November 2025 | 98 |
| October 2025 | 96 |
| September 2025 | 64 |
| August 2025 | 100 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Crouch End over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for shoplifting, vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+48%) and violence and sexual offences (+26%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-60%) and drugs (-41%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 250 | 22.1 | 0.65 | +26% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 214 | 18.9 | 1.23 | -1% |
| Shoplifting | 178 | 15.7 | 1.90 | +48% |
| Vehicle crime | 167 | 14.8 | 3.00 | -18% |
| Other theft | 88 | 7.8 | 1.22 | -1% |
| Burglary | 83 | 7.3 | 2.07 | -37% |
| Theft from the person | 51 | 4.5 | 2.67 | -27% |
| Public order | 44 | 3.9 | 0.59 | +2% |
| Robbery | 38 | 3.4 | 2.49 | -28% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 34 | 3.0 | 0.44 | -60% |
| Bicycle theft | 22 | 1.9 | 2.36 | +22% |
| Drugs | 20 | 1.8 | 0.54 | -41% |
| Other crime | 7 | 0.6 | 0.29 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.18 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Crouch End
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Crouch End recorded 250 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 20.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Crouch End
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Crouch End recorded 214 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 17.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Crouch End
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Crouch End recorded 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 48% on the year before. It made up 14.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Crouch End
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Crouch End recorded 167 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 13.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Crouch End
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Crouch End recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 1% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Crouch End
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Crouch End recorded 83 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Crouch End
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Crouch End recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Crouch End
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Crouch End recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Crouch End
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Crouch End recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Crouch End
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Crouch End recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 60% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Crouch End
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Crouch End recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Crouch End
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Crouch End recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Crouch End
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Crouch End recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Crouch End
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Crouch End recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Crouch End, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Crouch End.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Crouch End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hornsey | 1,460 | 93.5 | -12% |
| Stroud Green | 1,032 | 96.5 | -9% |
| Highgate | 1,202 | 99.9 | -6% |
| Harringay | 2,152 | 153.4 | +45% |
| Muswell Hill | 850 | 104.8 | -1% |
| Hermitage & Gardens | 1,090 | 159.9 | +51% |
| Noel Park | 4,088 | 278.6 | +163% |
| Alexandra Park | 801 | 84.1 | -21% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Crouch End over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Coleridge Lane | 85 |
| On or near Colwick Close | 75 |
| On or near Rose Place | 52 |
| On or near The Broadway | 38 |
| On or near Hatherley Gardens | 36 |
| On or near Ridgeway Gardens | 36 |
| On or near Supermarket | 36 |
| On or near Tara Mews | 35 |
| On or near Waverley Road | 35 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 32 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Crouch End over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 593 | 49.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 223 | 18.6% |
| Not recorded | 214 | 17.9% |
| Under investigation | 66 | 5.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 40 | 3.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 32 | 2.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 0.8% |
| Local resolution | 10 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.5% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.3% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
Crouch End has an estimated population of 11,314. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Crouch End sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Crouch End |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 69.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 50.5% |
| Social rented homes | 13.6% |
| Private rented homes | 35.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
Is Crouch End a safe place to live?
Crouch End recorded 105.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Crouch End?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 250 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (214).
Is crime in Crouch End going up or down?
Recorded crime in Crouch End was down 6% on the year before: 1,198 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,273 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Crouch End?
Crouch End is policed by Metropolitan Police. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Crouch End. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.