Crime in Highgate, Haringey: statistics, rates and trends
1,202 crimes were recorded in Highgate, Haringey in the 12 months to July 2026, 99.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Highgate, Haringey at a glance
- Crime trends in Highgate, Haringey
- Types of crime in Highgate, Haringey
- Highgate, Haringey compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Highgate, Haringey
- What happened after crimes were reported in Highgate, Haringey
- Population and deprivation in Highgate, Haringey
- Questions about crime in Highgate, Haringey
- About this data
1,202 crimes were recorded in Highgate, Haringey in the 12 months to July 2026, 99.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 10% on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 235 reports (20% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Highgate, Haringey has the 1,239th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Highgate, Haringey | Haringey | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,202 | 35,064 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 99.9 | 132.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -10% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 12,027 | 263,850 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Highgate, Haringey was highest in the year to July 2025 (1,332 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,091). Over the whole period it fell 8%, 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 | 1,202 | 99.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,332 | 110.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,096 | 91.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,195 | 99.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,091 | 90.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,175 | 97.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,229 | 102.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,263 | 105.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,308 | 108.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 117 |
| June 2026 | 116 |
| May 2026 | 115 |
| April 2026 | 87 |
| March 2026 | 78 |
| February 2026 | 69 |
| January 2026 | 79 |
| December 2025 | 111 |
| November 2025 | 118 |
| October 2025 | 84 |
| September 2025 | 97 |
| August 2025 | 131 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Highgate, Haringey 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 anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+44%) and public order (+25%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-41%) and burglary (-39%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 235 | 19.5 | 1.27 | -0% |
| Vehicle crime | 232 | 19.3 | 3.92 | -2% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 191 | 15.9 | 0.46 | -23% |
| Shoplifting | 155 | 12.9 | 1.56 | +44% |
| Burglary | 87 | 7.2 | 2.05 | -39% |
| Other theft | 73 | 6.1 | 0.95 | -13% |
| Public order | 65 | 5.4 | 0.81 | +25% |
| Theft from the person | 43 | 3.6 | 2.12 | -37% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 37 | 3.1 | 0.45 | -41% |
| Robbery | 35 | 2.9 | 2.15 | -30% |
| Drugs | 21 | 1.7 | 0.53 | -5% |
| Bicycle theft | 15 | 1.2 | 1.52 | -6% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.7 | 0.35 | +50% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.3 | 0.34 | +300% |
Anti-social behaviour in Highgate, Haringey
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Highgate, Haringey recorded 235 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 19.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Highgate, Haringey
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Highgate, Haringey recorded 232 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 19.3% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Highgate, Haringey
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Highgate, Haringey recorded 191 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 15.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Highgate, Haringey
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Highgate, Haringey recorded 155 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 12.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Highgate, Haringey
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Highgate, Haringey recorded 87 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 39% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Highgate, Haringey
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Highgate, Haringey recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Highgate, Haringey
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Highgate, Haringey recorded 65 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Highgate, Haringey
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Highgate, Haringey recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Highgate, Haringey
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Highgate, Haringey recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Highgate, Haringey
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Highgate, Haringey recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Highgate, Haringey
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Highgate, Haringey recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Highgate, Haringey
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Highgate, Haringey recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Highgate, Haringey
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Highgate, Haringey recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Highgate, Haringey
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Highgate, Haringey recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Highgate, Haringey, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Highgate, Haringey.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Highgate, Haringey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crouch End | 1,198 | 105.9 | +6% |
| Muswell Hill | 850 | 104.8 | +5% |
| Fortis Green | 784 | 62.5 | -37% |
| Hornsey | 1,460 | 93.5 | -6% |
| Stroud Green | 1,032 | 96.5 | -3% |
| Alexandra Park | 801 | 84.1 | -16% |
| Harringay | 2,152 | 153.4 | +53% |
| Hermitage & Gardens | 1,090 | 159.9 | +60% |
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 Highgate, Haringey over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Causton Road | 135 |
| On or near Archway Road | 67 |
| On or near Theatre/Concert Hall | 56 |
| On or near Cromwell Place | 43 |
| On or near Compton Avenue | 39 |
| On or near Wembury Mews | 30 |
| On or near Bishops Road | 28 |
| On or near Talbot Road | 28 |
| On or near Broughton Gardens | 27 |
| On or near Hillcrest | 26 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Highgate, Haringey 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 | 641 | 53.3% |
| Not recorded | 235 | 19.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 173 | 14.4% |
| Under investigation | 78 | 6.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 25 | 2.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 23 | 1.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.5% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 0.4% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 4 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
Highgate, Haringey has an estimated population of 12,027. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Highgate, Haringey sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Highgate, Haringey |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 69.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 52.1% |
| Social rented homes | 11.3% |
| Private rented homes | 36.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is Highgate, Haringey a safe place to live?
Highgate, Haringey recorded 99.9 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 Highgate, Haringey?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 235 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (232).
Is crime in Highgate, Haringey going up or down?
Recorded crime in Highgate, Haringey was down 10% on the year before: 1,202 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,332 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Highgate, Haringey?
Highgate, Haringey 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 Highgate, Haringey. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.