Crime in South Hampstead: statistics, rates and trends
1,363 crimes were recorded in South Hampstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 115.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in South Hampstead at a glance
- Crime trends in South Hampstead
- Types of crime in South Hampstead
- South Hampstead compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in South Hampstead
- What happened after crimes were reported in South Hampstead
- Population and deprivation in South Hampstead
- Questions about crime in South Hampstead
- About this data
1,363 crimes were recorded in South Hampstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 115.4 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 274 reports (20% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, South Hampstead has the 901st highest crime rate.
| Measure | South Hampstead | Camden | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,363 | 46,860 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 115.4 | 216.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | -6% | -1% |
| Population | 11,813 | 216,943 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in South Hampstead was highest in the year to July 2025 (1,370 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (917). Over the whole period it rose 31%, 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 | 1,363 | 115.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,370 | 116.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,039 | 88.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,061 | 89.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 999 | 84.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,148 | 97.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,158 | 98.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 917 | 77.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,043 | 88.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 109 |
| June 2026 | 112 |
| May 2026 | 96 |
| April 2026 | 97 |
| March 2026 | 104 |
| February 2026 | 105 |
| January 2026 | 103 |
| December 2025 | 110 |
| November 2025 | 119 |
| October 2025 | 161 |
| September 2025 | 134 |
| August 2025 | 113 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in South Hampstead 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, shoplifting, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+25%) and drugs (+21%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-29%) and theft from the person (-28%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 274 | 23.2 | 1.51 | -8% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 262 | 22.2 | 0.65 | +25% |
| Shoplifting | 176 | 14.9 | 1.80 | +1% |
| Vehicle crime | 144 | 12.2 | 2.47 | +4% |
| Burglary | 113 | 9.6 | 2.70 | +8% |
| Other theft | 95 | 8.0 | 1.26 | -11% |
| Theft from the person | 82 | 6.9 | 4.11 | -28% |
| Public order | 70 | 5.9 | 0.89 | +11% |
| Robbery | 42 | 3.6 | 2.63 | -9% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 39 | 3.3 | 0.49 | -29% |
| Drugs | 34 | 2.9 | 0.88 | +21% |
| Bicycle theft | 17 | 1.4 | 1.75 | -23% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.0 | 0.48 | +50% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.26 | +200% |
Anti-social behaviour in South Hampstead
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. South Hampstead recorded 274 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 20.1% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in South Hampstead
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. South Hampstead recorded 262 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 19.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in South Hampstead
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. South Hampstead recorded 176 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 12.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in South Hampstead
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. South Hampstead recorded 144 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in South Hampstead
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. South Hampstead recorded 113 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in South Hampstead
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. South Hampstead recorded 95 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in South Hampstead
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. South Hampstead recorded 82 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in South Hampstead
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. South Hampstead recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in South Hampstead
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. South Hampstead recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in South Hampstead
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. South Hampstead recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in South Hampstead
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. South Hampstead recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in South Hampstead
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. South Hampstead recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in South Hampstead
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. South Hampstead recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in South Hampstead
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. South Hampstead recorded 3 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 200% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to South Hampstead, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to South Hampstead.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs South Hampstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilburn | 1,800 | 160.4 | +39% |
| West Hampstead | 2,062 | 165.2 | +43% |
| Belsize | 1,701 | 128.9 | +12% |
| Frognal | 377 | 52.3 | -55% |
| Primrose Hill | 1,761 | 125.9 | +9% |
| Fortune Green | 1,163 | 100.5 | -13% |
| Hampstead Town | 992 | 138.0 | +20% |
| Gospel Oak | 1,732 | 143.9 | +25% |
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 South Hampstead over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 189 |
| On or near Harben Road | 150 |
| On or near Parking Area | 105 |
| On or near B507 | 98 |
| On or near Priory Road | 62 |
| On or near Rowley Way | 58 |
| On or near Belsize Road | 56 |
| On or near Dorman Way | 51 |
| On or near Broadhurst Gardens | 45 |
| On or near Coleridge Gardens | 45 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in South Hampstead 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 | 643 | 47.2% |
| Not recorded | 274 | 20.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 246 | 18.0% |
| Under investigation | 97 | 7.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 45 | 3.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 32 | 2.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 0.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 0.6% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
South Hampstead has an estimated population of 11,813. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in South Hampstead sits in decile 5.6, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | South Hampstead |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 73.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 30.6% |
| Social rented homes | 26.4% |
| Private rented homes | 42.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.6 |
Is South Hampstead a safe place to live?
South Hampstead recorded 115.4 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 South Hampstead?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 274 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (262).
Is crime in South Hampstead going up or down?
Recorded crime in South Hampstead was almost unchanged on the year before: 1,363 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,370 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers South Hampstead?
South Hampstead 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 South Hampstead. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.