Hackney Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Hackney's crime profile in January 2026 was marked by a stark anomaly: burglary surged despite the post-holiday season, a period typically associated with reduced retail footfall and lower outdoor crime. The borough recorded 2,995 crimes, translating to a rate of 11.2 per 1,000 residents—64.7% above the UK average of 6.8. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 23.2% of all incidents, while anti-social behaviour followed closely at 17.8%. Theft from the person, at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, stood out as a particularly acute issue, 900% above the UK average. This spike in property-related crime, coupled with a 34.3% increase in burglary, challenges assumptions about seasonal crime patterns. Hackney's urban character, with its dense housing and high foot traffic in commercial hubs, likely contributes to these trends. However, the rise in burglary during January—when shorter days and colder weather typically deter outdoor activity—remains unexplained by the data alone. The borough's crime profile reflects the combination of its demographic diversity, economic pressures, and the persistent challenges of urban policing. While the overall rate saw a marginal 4.5% drop from December 2025, the UK comparison underscores Hackney's continued divergence from national norms, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and theft from the person.

Burglary rose sharply by 34.3% in January 2026, defying seasonal expectations of reduced outdoor activity. This increase, from 134 to 180 incidents, contrasts with the post-holiday period typically associated with lower retail footfall. Robbery also climbed by 22%, reaching 133 cases, a figure 400% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour remained the second-most common crime type, with 532 incidents—115% above the UK rate—suggesting ongoing tensions in densely populated areas. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 45.5%, from 22 to 12 cases, a drop that may reflect targeted policing efforts or shifts in criminal activity patterns. The 900% disparity in theft from the person compared to the UK average highlights a critical vulnerability in Hackney, where 325 incidents were reported—a rate 1.2 per 1,000 residents.

Hackney's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 11.2 per 1,000 residents, a 4.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.8. This slight decline contrasts with the area's persistent elevation above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a gap of 64.7%. Daily crime activity averaged 97 incidents per day, highlighting the consistent pressure on local policing and community resources. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 89 residents, a figure that underscores the density of crime in this urban borough. While the monthly rate fell, the population-scaled perspective reveals that Hackney remains significantly more crime-prone than the national average, particularly in categories like theft from the person and anti-social behaviour. This context is critical for residents assessing personal risk and for policymakers addressing systemic challenges.