Crime Rates in E8
Crime statistics for E8 from official Police UK data. See total crimes, category breakdown, and how E8 compares.
How safe is Hackney & Dalston (E8)?
E8 covers Hackney Central, Dalston, and London Fields — at the heart of east London's cultural scene. The area is known for its diverse food markets, independent retailers, and Victorian terraces that have seen strong price growth.
Which types of crime are most reported in E8?
The checker above breaks E8 down by offence category — burglary, violence, anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime and the rest — so you can see which offences actually drive the total rather than judging the area on one headline number.
How do I check crime rates for a specific street in E8?
Enter a full E8 postcode into the checker above to see crimes recorded within about a mile over the last 12 months, taken directly from Police.uk.
E8 at a glance
Around 2,019 crimes were recorded near E8 (2026-07), most commonly anti social behaviour (504).
- Recorded crimes
- 2,019
- Anti Social Behaviour
- 504
- Violent Crime
- 459
- Shoplifting
- 212
- Theft From The Person
- 165
- Other Theft
- 160
Approximate, for the E8 area. Source: Police UK. Check a specific postcode below.
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