Crime in Tottenham Central: statistics, rates and trends
2,592 crimes were recorded in Tottenham Central in the 12 months to July 2026, 165.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Tottenham Central at a glance
- Crime trends in Tottenham Central
- Types of crime in Tottenham Central
- Tottenham Central compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Tottenham Central
- What happened after crimes were reported in Tottenham Central
- Population and deprivation in Tottenham Central
- Questions about crime in Tottenham Central
- About this data
2,592 crimes were recorded in Tottenham Central in the 12 months to July 2026, 165.0 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 603 reports (23% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Tottenham Central has the 332nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Tottenham Central | Haringey | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,592 | 35,064 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 165.0 | 132.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 15,707 | 263,850 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Tottenham Central was highest in the year to July 2025 (2,802 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (2,400). Over the whole period it rose 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 | 2,592 | 165.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,802 | 178.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,656 | 169.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,472 | 157.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,445 | 155.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,698 | 171.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,750 | 175.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,567 | 163.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,400 | 152.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 247 |
| June 2026 | 200 |
| May 2026 | 224 |
| April 2026 | 216 |
| March 2026 | 198 |
| February 2026 | 178 |
| January 2026 | 163 |
| December 2025 | 229 |
| November 2025 | 231 |
| October 2025 | 228 |
| September 2025 | 215 |
| August 2025 | 263 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Tottenham 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 anti-social behaviour, shoplifting, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+42%) and shoplifting (+18%). The largest falls were in theft from the person (-44%) and criminal damage and arson (-36%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 603 | 38.4 | 1.12 | -5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 499 | 31.8 | 2.07 | -11% |
| Shoplifting | 436 | 27.8 | 3.35 | +18% |
| Vehicle crime | 194 | 12.4 | 2.51 | +42% |
| Other theft | 156 | 9.9 | 1.55 | -10% |
| Theft from the person | 138 | 8.8 | 5.20 | -44% |
| Drugs | 135 | 8.6 | 2.63 | -18% |
| Public order | 121 | 7.7 | 1.16 | -4% |
| Robbery | 94 | 6.0 | 4.43 | -36% |
| Burglary | 80 | 5.1 | 1.44 | +7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 70 | 4.5 | 0.66 | -36% |
| Other crime | 26 | 1.7 | 0.78 | -21% |
| Bicycle theft | 21 | 1.3 | 1.62 | +62% |
| Possession of weapons | 19 | 1.2 | 1.25 | +90% |
Violence and sexual offences in Tottenham Central
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Tottenham Central recorded 603 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (38.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 23.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Tottenham Central
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Tottenham Central recorded 499 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 19.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Tottenham Central
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Tottenham Central recorded 436 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 16.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Tottenham Central
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Tottenham Central recorded 194 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Tottenham Central
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Tottenham Central recorded 156 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Tottenham Central
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Tottenham Central recorded 138 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Tottenham Central
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Tottenham Central recorded 135 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Tottenham Central
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Tottenham Central recorded 121 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Tottenham Central
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Tottenham Central recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Tottenham Central
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Tottenham Central recorded 80 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Tottenham Central
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Tottenham Central recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Tottenham Central
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Tottenham Central recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Tottenham Central
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Tottenham Central recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 62% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Tottenham Central
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Tottenham Central recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 90% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Tottenham Central, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Tottenham Central.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Tottenham Central |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Green | 1,088 | 82.3 | -50% |
| St Ann's | 1,358 | 128.1 | -22% |
| South Tottenham | 2,897 | 148.1 | -10% |
| Tottenham Hale | 2,243 | 155.8 | -6% |
| Seven Sisters | 1,184 | 142.6 | -14% |
| Bruce Castle | 1,394 | 110.2 | -33% |
| White Hart Lane | 1,520 | 117.1 | -29% |
| Hermitage & Gardens | 1,090 | 159.9 | -3% |
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 Tottenham Central over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 525 |
| On or near Nightclub | 173 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 173 |
| On or near Winns Mews | 80 |
| On or near Lawrence Yard | 76 |
| On or near Lawrence Road | 67 |
| On or near Kitchener Road | 59 |
| On or near High Road | 58 |
| On or near Handsworth Road | 57 |
| On or near Felixstowe Road | 51 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Tottenham 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 | 1,097 | 42.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 536 | 20.7% |
| Not recorded | 499 | 19.3% |
| Under investigation | 173 | 6.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 91 | 3.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 85 | 3.3% |
| Local resolution | 49 | 1.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 32 | 1.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 0.5% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 7 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.1% |
Tottenham Central has an estimated population of 15,707. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Tottenham Central sits in decile 2.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Tottenham Central |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 72.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 33.7% |
| Social rented homes | 24.6% |
| Private rented homes | 41.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.2 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 28.1% |
Is Tottenham Central a safe place to live?
Tottenham Central recorded 165.0 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 Tottenham Central?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 603 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (499).
Is crime in Tottenham Central going up or down?
Recorded crime in Tottenham Central was down 7% on the year before: 2,592 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,802 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Tottenham Central?
Tottenham 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 Tottenham Central. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.