Crime in Hoxton West: statistics, rates and trends
2,013 crimes were recorded in Hoxton West in the 12 months to July 2026, 132.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Hoxton West at a glance
- Crime trends in Hoxton West
- Types of crime in Hoxton West
- Hoxton West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Hoxton West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Hoxton West
- Population and deprivation in Hoxton West
- Questions about crime in Hoxton West
- About this data
2,013 crimes were recorded in Hoxton West in the 12 months to July 2026, 132.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 463 reports (23% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Hoxton West has the 644th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Hoxton West | Hackney | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,013 | 39,179 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 132.0 | 146.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 15,245 | 266,758 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Hoxton West was highest in the year to July 2021 (2,492 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (2,013). Over the whole period it fell 5%, 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 | 2,013 | 132.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,067 | 135.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,143 | 140.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,164 | 141.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,265 | 148.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,492 | 163.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,334 | 153.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,381 | 156.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,126 | 139.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 185 |
| June 2026 | 194 |
| May 2026 | 172 |
| April 2026 | 152 |
| March 2026 | 180 |
| February 2026 | 162 |
| January 2026 | 129 |
| December 2025 | 176 |
| November 2025 | 169 |
| October 2025 | 160 |
| September 2025 | 175 |
| August 2025 | 159 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Hoxton West 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, theft from the person, other theft.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+222%) and violence and sexual offences (+19%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-33%) and vehicle crime (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 463 | 30.4 | 0.89 | +19% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 369 | 24.2 | 1.58 | -14% |
| Theft from the person | 283 | 18.6 | 10.99 | -9% |
| Other theft | 155 | 10.2 | 1.59 | -6% |
| Shoplifting | 145 | 9.5 | 1.15 | +222% |
| Drugs | 117 | 7.7 | 2.35 | -13% |
| Burglary | 107 | 7.0 | 1.98 | -22% |
| Public order | 81 | 5.3 | 0.80 | -6% |
| Robbery | 79 | 5.2 | 3.84 | -23% |
| Vehicle crime | 77 | 5.1 | 1.03 | -31% |
| Bicycle theft | 56 | 3.7 | 4.46 | +19% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 56 | 3.7 | 0.54 | -33% |
| Possession of weapons | 13 | 0.9 | 0.88 | +44% |
| Other crime | 12 | 0.8 | 0.37 | -25% |
Violence and sexual offences in Hoxton West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Hoxton West recorded 463 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (30.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 23.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Hoxton West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Hoxton West recorded 369 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 18.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Hoxton West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Hoxton West recorded 283 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 14.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Hoxton West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Hoxton West recorded 155 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Hoxton West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Hoxton West recorded 145 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 222% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Hoxton West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Hoxton West recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Hoxton West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Hoxton West recorded 107 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Hoxton West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Hoxton West recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Hoxton West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Hoxton West recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Hoxton West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Hoxton West recorded 77 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Hoxton West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Hoxton West recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Hoxton West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Hoxton West recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Hoxton West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Hoxton West recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Hoxton West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Hoxton West recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Hoxton West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Hoxton West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Hoxton West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoxton East & Shoreditch | 4,587 | 349.9 | +165% |
| De Beauvoir | 1,476 | 134.4 | +2% |
| Haggerston | 1,321 | 102.1 | -23% |
| London Fields | 1,996 | 177.1 | +34% |
| Dalston | 2,951 | 281.6 | +113% |
| Shacklewell | 1,492 | 157.1 | +19% |
| Hackney Central | 2,637 | 196.8 | +49% |
| Victoria | 1,487 | 109.0 | -17% |
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 Hoxton West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Charles Square | 140 |
| On or near Cranwood Street | 113 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 94 |
| On or near Cherbury Street | 77 |
| On or near New North Road | 74 |
| On or near Buckland Street | 67 |
| On or near Vince Street | 65 |
| On or near Green Mews | 62 |
| On or near Rushton Street | 61 |
| On or near Theatre/Concert Hall | 57 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Hoxton West 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 | 885 | 44.0% |
| Not recorded | 369 | 18.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 333 | 16.5% |
| Under investigation | 181 | 9.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 101 | 5.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 59 | 2.9% |
| Local resolution | 46 | 2.3% |
| Court result unavailable | 17 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 0.6% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 6 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.0% |
Hoxton West has an estimated population of 15,245. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Hoxton West sits in decile 4.4, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Hoxton West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 12.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 82.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 22.1% |
| Social rented homes | 44.5% |
| Private rented homes | 33.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.4 |
Is Hoxton West a safe place to live?
Hoxton West recorded 132.0 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 Hoxton West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 463 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (369).
Is crime in Hoxton West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Hoxton West was down 3% on the year before: 2,013 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,067 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Hoxton West?
Hoxton West 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 Hoxton West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.