Hackney Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hackney's population of over 266,000 experienced 3,137 reported crimes in December 2025, translating to one crime for every 85 residents over the course of the month. This equates to a crime rate of 11.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the borough 68.6% above the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 23.7% of all incidents (742 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.2%, 538 cases) and theft from the person (11.8%, 370 cases). These figures highlight a stark contrast to the UK average, where anti-social behaviour rates are 115% lower and theft from the person rates are 833% lower. December's seasonal context—characterised by extended dark hours, heightened retail activity during the Christmas shopping period, and increased social gatherings—likely contributes to the elevated levels of violent and anti-social crimes. The borough's urban density, high foot traffic in commercial areas, and proximity to major transport hubs may amplify the visibility of such crimes. Property crimes (1462 cases) constituted 46.6% of all reported incidents, a significant share that may reflect the concentration of residential and commercial properties in Hackney's densely populated areas.

December 2025 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories compared to November. Shoplifting increased by 16.1% (from 180 to 209 cases), likely linked to the festive shopping season and the presence of retail hubs in the area. Public order offences also rose by 12.2% (147 to 165 cases), potentially influenced by the increased number of social events and late-night gatherings during the holiday period. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by 30.1% (from 156 to 109 cases), possibly due to heightened police presence or seasonal changes in foot traffic patterns. The borough's anti-social behaviour rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents—115% above the UK average—remains a persistent concern, with 538 cases recorded. This figure is particularly striking when compared to the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000, suggesting that Hackney's community dynamics, including its mix of residential and commercial zones, may contribute to higher levels of such incidents. Theft from the person, at 1.4 per 1,000 (370 cases), was 833% above the UK average, underscoring the vulnerability of individuals in high-traffic areas during the holiday season. These variations in crime trends illustrate the combination of local factors and broader national patterns.

Hackney's crime rate in December 2025 (11.8 per 1,000 residents) was marginally lower than the previous month's rate of 12.0 per 1,000, reflecting a stable trend over the year-end period. On a daily basis, the borough experienced approximately 101 crimes per day, a figure that highlights the persistent demand on local policing resources. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 85 residents illustrates the frequency with which residents encounter crime in their daily lives. This statistic, while contextualised to Hackney's specific demographics, does not directly compare to UK-wide figures, as the data does not provide equivalent national daily or monthly exposure metrics. The borough's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with several categories—such as anti-social behaviour, theft from the person, and bicycle theft—exceeding national rates by over 100%. These disparities may be attributed to Hackney's unique characteristics, including its high population density, diverse socioeconomic makeup, and the concentration of commercial and cultural activities that attract both residents and visitors. While the overall rate showed minimal change from November, the shifts in specific crime types suggest ongoing challenges in addressing localised issues such as anti-social behaviour and retail crime.