Camden Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Camden’s November 2025 crime rate of 19.1 per 1,000 residents is 161.6% above the UK average of 7.3, reflecting a stark contrast to national trends. Theft from the person, at 2.9 per 1,000 (15.3% of total crimes), is 1,712% above the UK average, marking an outlier in the data. This category alone surpasses the UK rate by over 1,700%, a figure that could be influenced by seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping and the extended darkness of November evenings. Anti-social behaviour remains the most frequent crime type, accounting for 18.5% of all incidents (764 cases), with a rate of 3.5 per 1,000 — 230% above the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly lower in proportion (16.9%), still exceed the UK rate by 25%, suggesting persistent challenges in managing public safety. The combination of high property crime (2252 incidents) and violent crime (698) underscores a combination of factors, including the area’s dense urban character and high foot traffic in commercial zones. Seasonal context may also play a role: Bonfire Night events in late November and the transition into winter could contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. While the UK average crime rate is typically lower in urban centres, Camden’s figures suggest a need for targeted interventions in areas with high retail presence and nightlife activity.

November 2025 saw a 59.6% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 109 to 174 incidents. This surge, though not unprecedented, highlights a shift in crime patterns that may reflect broader societal trends. Shoplifting also rose by 21.7% (253 to 308), consistent with the seasonal rush of Black Friday shopping and the increased likelihood of theft in high-traffic retail areas. In contrast, other crime decreased by 17.6% (17 to 14), a minor but notable dip that may indicate improved community engagement or temporary reductions in opportunistic offences. Theft from the person, which is 1,712% above the UK average, remains a critical concern. This category’s extreme deviation from national norms may be linked to the area’s high population density and the prevalence of short-term retail spaces that attract transient visitors. Anti-social behaviour, though not increasing, continues to dominate the crime profile, with its rate (3.5 per 1,000) far exceeding the UK average. Residents may find the daily crime count of 138 incidents useful for contextualising local safety: over the course of a month, this equates to one reported crime for every 52 residents. Such figures, while not uncommon in urban areas, underscore the need for sustained efforts in community policing and public awareness campaigns.

Camden’s November 2025 crime rate of 19.1 per 1,000 is stable compared to the previous month (18.8 per 1,000), showing a 1.4% increase that is statistically negligible. However, this rate remains significantly higher than the UK average, with the gap persisting despite month-on-month stability. On a daily basis, Camden recorded an average of 138 crimes per day in November, a figure that, while localised, highlights the intensity of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 52 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while not unusual for a major urban centre, is higher than many comparable areas. The population context further illustrates the scale: with 216,943 residents, the total of 4,134 crimes represents a crime rate that is 161.6% above the UK average. This disparity may be attributed to Camden’s role as a hub for commercial and cultural activity, which naturally attracts higher volumes of foot traffic and, consequently, more opportunities for crime. While the month-on-month change is minimal, the persistent gap between Camden’s rate and the UK average suggests that long-term strategies for crime prevention may need to be re-evaluated, particularly in areas with high retail and entertainment density.