Crime in Hackney Central: statistics, rates and trends
2,637 crimes were recorded in Hackney Central in the 12 months to July 2026, 196.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Hackney Central at a glance
- Crime trends in Hackney Central
- Types of crime in Hackney Central
- Hackney Central compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Hackney Central
- What happened after crimes were reported in Hackney Central
- Population and deprivation in Hackney Central
- Questions about crime in Hackney Central
- About this data
2,637 crimes were recorded in Hackney Central in the 12 months to July 2026, 196.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 633 reports (24% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Hackney Central has the 207th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Hackney Central | Hackney | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,637 | 39,179 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 196.8 | 146.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 13,399 | 266,758 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Hackney Central was highest in the year to July 2024 (2,713 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (2,374). Over the whole period it rose 6%, 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 | 2,637 | 196.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,594 | 193.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,713 | 202.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,490 | 185.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,374 | 177.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,619 | 195.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,609 | 194.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,643 | 197.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,485 | 185.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 232 |
| June 2026 | 205 |
| May 2026 | 222 |
| April 2026 | 225 |
| March 2026 | 250 |
| February 2026 | 200 |
| January 2026 | 239 |
| December 2025 | 187 |
| November 2025 | 191 |
| October 2025 | 229 |
| September 2025 | 208 |
| August 2025 | 249 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Hackney Central 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 violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in drugs (+25%) and robbery (+23%). The largest falls were in other theft (-28%) and vehicle crime (-24%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 633 | 47.2 | 1.38 | +13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 501 | 37.4 | 2.44 | +10% |
| Shoplifting | 316 | 23.6 | 2.85 | +2% |
| Theft from the person | 227 | 16.9 | 10.03 | +14% |
| Other theft | 158 | 11.8 | 1.84 | -28% |
| Public order | 154 | 11.5 | 1.73 | -5% |
| Burglary | 127 | 9.5 | 2.68 | +9% |
| Vehicle crime | 125 | 9.3 | 1.89 | -24% |
| Drugs | 114 | 8.5 | 2.60 | +25% |
| Robbery | 102 | 7.6 | 5.64 | +23% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 74 | 5.5 | 0.81 | -24% |
| Bicycle theft | 69 | 5.1 | 6.26 | -22% |
| Other crime | 24 | 1.8 | 0.85 | -20% |
| Possession of weapons | 13 | 1.0 | 1.00 | -13% |
Violence and sexual offences in Hackney Central
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Hackney Central recorded 633 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (47.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 24.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Hackney Central
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Hackney Central recorded 501 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (37.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 19.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Hackney Central
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Hackney Central recorded 316 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 12.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Hackney Central
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Hackney Central recorded 227 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Hackney Central
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Hackney Central recorded 158 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Hackney Central
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Hackney Central recorded 154 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Hackney Central
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Hackney Central recorded 127 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Hackney Central
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Hackney Central recorded 125 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Hackney Central
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Hackney Central recorded 114 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Hackney Central
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Hackney Central recorded 102 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Hackney Central
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Hackney Central recorded 74 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Hackney Central
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Hackney Central recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Hackney Central
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Hackney Central recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Hackney Central
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Hackney Central recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Hackney Central, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Hackney Central.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Hackney Central |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dalston | 2,951 | 281.6 | +43% |
| Homerton | 2,686 | 205.9 | +5% |
| London Fields | 1,996 | 177.1 | -10% |
| Shacklewell | 1,492 | 157.1 | -20% |
| Hackney Downs | 1,491 | 114.0 | -42% |
| Victoria | 1,487 | 109.0 | -45% |
| Lea Bridge | 1,730 | 117.1 | -40% |
| Stoke Newington | 1,498 | 126.6 | -36% |
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 Hackney Central over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 383 |
| On or near Gould Terrace | 309 |
| On or near Mare Street | 194 |
| On or near Pembury Road | 130 |
| On or near Sojourner-Truth Close | 96 |
| On or near Marvin Street | 73 |
| On or near Theatre/Concert Hall | 72 |
| On or near Sigdon Road | 60 |
| On or near Spurstowe Terrace | 60 |
| On or near Supermarket | 59 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Hackney Central 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 | 1,026 | 38.9% |
| Not recorded | 501 | 19.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 465 | 17.6% |
| Under investigation | 249 | 9.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 158 | 6.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 130 | 4.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 40 | 1.5% |
| Local resolution | 38 | 1.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 15 | 0.6% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 9 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
Hackney Central has an estimated population of 13,399. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Hackney Central sits in decile 2.4, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Hackney Central |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 75.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 23.6% |
| Social rented homes | 48.0% |
| Private rented homes | 28.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.4 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 12.9% |
Is Hackney Central a safe place to live?
Hackney Central recorded 196.8 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than 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 Hackney Central?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 633 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (501).
Is crime in Hackney Central going up or down?
Recorded crime in Hackney Central was up 2% on the year before: 2,637 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,594 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Hackney Central?
Hackney Central 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 Hackney Central. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.