Crime in Stamford Hill West: statistics, rates and trends
681 crimes were recorded in Stamford Hill West in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.2 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 32% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Stamford Hill West at a glance
- Crime trends in Stamford Hill West
- Types of crime in Stamford Hill West
- Stamford Hill West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Stamford Hill West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Stamford Hill West
- Population and deprivation in Stamford Hill West
- Questions about crime in Stamford Hill West
- About this data
681 crimes were recorded in Stamford Hill West in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.2 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 32% on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 166 reports (24% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Stamford Hill West has the 1,692nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Stamford Hill West | Hackney | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 681 | 39,179 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 84.2 | 146.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -32% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 8,087 | 266,758 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Stamford Hill West was highest in the year to July 2025 (1,006 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (597). 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 | 681 | 84.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,006 | 124.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 677 | 83.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 597 | 73.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 651 | 80.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 862 | 106.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 852 | 105.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 672 | 83.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 717 | 88.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 59 |
| June 2026 | 59 |
| May 2026 | 52 |
| April 2026 | 72 |
| March 2026 | 53 |
| February 2026 | 45 |
| January 2026 | 53 |
| December 2025 | 50 |
| November 2025 | 58 |
| October 2025 | 73 |
| September 2025 | 38 |
| August 2025 | 69 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Stamford Hill 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, robbery.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+77%) and anti-social behaviour (+52%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-87%) and burglary (-32%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 166 | 20.5 | 1.34 | +52% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 155 | 19.2 | 0.56 | +11% |
| Theft from the person | 64 | 7.9 | 4.68 | +21% |
| Shoplifting | 62 | 7.7 | 0.93 | -87% |
| Public order | 39 | 4.8 | 0.73 | +0% |
| Vehicle crime | 39 | 4.8 | 0.98 | +77% |
| Other theft | 37 | 4.6 | 0.72 | -10% |
| Burglary | 26 | 3.2 | 0.91 | -32% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 26 | 3.2 | 0.47 | +8% |
| Robbery | 25 | 3.1 | 2.29 | +39% |
| Drugs | 17 | 2.1 | 0.64 | -11% |
| Bicycle theft | 14 | 1.7 | 2.10 | +27% |
| Other crime | 7 | 0.9 | 0.41 | +75% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.5 | 0.51 | +300% |
Anti-social behaviour in Stamford Hill West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Stamford Hill West recorded 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 52% on the year before. It made up 24.4% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Stamford Hill West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Stamford Hill West recorded 155 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 22.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Stamford Hill West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Stamford Hill West recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Stamford Hill West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Stamford Hill West recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 87% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Stamford Hill West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Stamford Hill West recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Stamford Hill West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Stamford Hill West recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 77% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Stamford Hill West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Stamford Hill West recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Stamford Hill West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Stamford Hill West recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Stamford Hill West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Stamford Hill West recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Stamford Hill West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Stamford Hill West recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Stamford Hill West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Stamford Hill West recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Stamford Hill West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Stamford Hill West recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Stamford Hill West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Stamford Hill West recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 75% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Stamford Hill West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Stamford Hill West recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Stamford Hill West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Stamford Hill West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Stamford Hill West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodberry Down | 1,794 | 131.4 | +56% |
| Cazenove | 880 | 61.5 | -27% |
| Stoke Newington | 1,498 | 126.6 | +50% |
| Clissold | 1,512 | 112.0 | +33% |
| Springfield | 1,857 | 106.1 | +26% |
| Brownswood | 1,123 | 115.8 | +37% |
| Hackney Downs | 1,491 | 114.0 | +35% |
| Shacklewell | 1,492 | 157.1 | +87% |
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 Stamford Hill West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Stamford Hill | 106 |
| On or near Supermarket | 102 |
| On or near Reizel Close | 85 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 45 |
| On or near St Andrew'S Grove | 43 |
| On or near Crusoe Mews | 33 |
| On or near Leatherhead Close | 31 |
| On or near Manor Road | 25 |
| On or near Royal Close | 25 |
| On or near Dunsmure Road | 24 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Stamford Hill 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 | 272 | 39.9% |
| Not recorded | 166 | 24.4% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 114 | 16.7% |
| Under investigation | 74 | 10.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 29 | 4.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 1.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 0.9% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Stamford Hill West has an estimated population of 8,087. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Stamford Hill West sits in decile 1.6, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Stamford Hill West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 34.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 24.4% |
| Social rented homes | 41.6% |
| Private rented homes | 33.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 1.6 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 40.3% |
Is Stamford Hill West a safe place to live?
Stamford Hill West recorded 84.2 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 Stamford Hill West?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (155).
Is crime in Stamford Hill West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Stamford Hill West was down 32% on the year before: 681 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,006 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Stamford Hill West?
Stamford Hill 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 Stamford Hill West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.