London Homicide Data Update
Hello everyone,
For nearly 20 years, I’ve been gathering and analyzing homicide data for both London and various cities in the US. It’s a tough subject that isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.
While I compile this data, I don’t delve into the causes of these crimes; that’s best left to experts in criminology, security, and sociology. My aim in sharing this data is to provide a clearer picture of homicides in London, as there is often a lot of confusion and misinformation on platforms like Twitter. Additionally, many news reports tend to lack the necessary context surrounding these tragic events.
If you have any questions or data requests, feel free to reach out in the comments.
Here’s a brief overview of this year’s figures so far 👇
As of now, there have been 13 violent deaths in the capital this year. I use the term ‘violently killed’ because not every homicide qualifies as murder. All murders are classified as homicides, but not all homicides are necessarily murders. In any given year, approximately 40-45% of London’s homicides lead to manslaughter convictions. A similar percentage is seen for murder charges, while about 10% result in diminished responsibility cases—often involving tragic incidents where a mother has killed her young child or a person has harmed a parent.
January’s Data:
1. M – 14 – stabbed – bus – Greenwich
2. M – 36 – stabbed – street – Haringey
3. W – 43 – trauma – home – Greenwich
4. W – 31 – asphyxiation – home – Croydon
5. M – 75 – stabbed – home – Wandsworth
February’s Data:
1. W – 36 – trauma – home – Hammersmith & Fulham
2. M – 33 – stabbed – street – Ealing
3. M – 20 – stabbed – street – Hackney
4. M – 75 – trauma – street – Islington
5. W – 45 – stabbed – home – Ealing
March’s Data:
1. M – 63 – trauma – street – Lewisham
2. M – 16 – shot – street – Lambeth
3. M – 60s – ? – home – Hackney
Please keep in mind that this is not an official count and may differ from figures provided by the Metropolitan Police.
Also, the following case is not included in these numbers:
M — 68 — Trauma — Lambeth — passed away on January 2nd after being attacked by his son in late December.
For Comparison: New York City Data:
January’s Data:
1. M — 72 — stabbed — Manhattan
2. M — 36 — stabbed — Manhattan
3. M — 46 — shot — Bronx
4. M — 32 — stabbed — Bronx
5. M — 17 — shot — Bronx
6. M — 17 — stabbed — Manhattan
7. M — 41 — shot — Brooklyn
8. W — 43 — stabbed — Staten Island
9. M — 32 — stabbed — Bronx
10. M — 14 — stabbed — Bronx
11. M — 20s — shot — Brooklyn
12. M — 25 — shot — Brooklyn
13. M — 55 — stabbed — Queens
14. M — 32 — stabbed — Bronx
15. M — 64 — trauma — Bronx
16. M — 50 — shot — Queens
17. M — 20 — stabbed — Manhattan
18. M — 63 — stabbed — Queens
19. M — 53 — trauma — Brooklyn
20. M — 24 — stabbed — Brooklyn
21. W — 45 — stabbed — Brooklyn
22. M — 24 —
Thank you for sharing your detailed data on homicides in London and the comparison with New York City. It’s essential to have accurate and comprehensive information on this topic to counter the misconceptions that often circulate on social media and in the news. The distinction you make between homicides and murders is particularly important, as it provides necessary context for understanding the nature of these incidents.
Your breakdown of cases by month, along with the methods of violence, offers crucial insight into trends and patterns. It would be interesting to see if there are any seasonal trends or correlations with other socio-economic factors that you might have come across in your data collection.
Additionally, it’s encouraging that you’re open to answering questions and data requests. Statistics can be a powerful tool for discussion, and having a knowledgeable source like you can help facilitate a more nuanced conversation about crime and safety in urban areas.
If you have any insights on how the numbers have changed over the past couple of decades or factors you believe contribute to those changes without delving into causal analyses, that could be quite enlightening. Thank you again for your contributions!
Thank you for sharing this detailed overview of London’s homicide data. It’s crucial to have access to accurate statistics to cut through the noise of misinformation we often see online. The distinction between homicides and murders that you highlighted is particularly significant; it showcases the complexity of violent crimes and the necessity for nuanced discussions around them.
Moreover, it’s interesting to see how different patterns emerge when comparing London’s data with that of New York City. While both cities face issues related to violent crime, the underlying social, economic, and cultural factors may contribute to variations in both the types of incidents and outcomes. This raises an important point about the role of preventative measures and community interventions in addressing the root causes of violence.
One question that comes to mind is how do you think community engagement and local policies can impact these statistics over time? It would be fascinating to explore whether specific initiatives in either city have led to measurable changes in violent crime rates. Sharing insights on such preventative efforts could add even more depth to this discussion. Thank you again for your work in bringing this important data to light!
Insightful Thoughts on London’s Homicide Trends
Thank you for sharing this important data on London’s homicide rate. As a resident of this vibrant city, I believe it’s crucial we discuss not only the statistics but also the underlying realities that affect these numbers.
Key Observations:
Overall, it’s essential that we view these figures with a comprehensive lens that considers both the individual tragedies