Crime helplines

Below you will find useful phone numbers that you can call if you are affected by or worried about crime.

Victim Support

Victim Support is the national charity for victims and witnesses of crime in England and Wales. They give free and confidential help to victims of crime, their family, friends and anyone else affected. To contact Victim Support, phone 020 7828 4142.

Domestic Violence and Hate Crime Helpline

If you are affected by domestic violence, sexual violence, harrassment or hate crime, you can call Hackney Council’s Domestic Violence and Hate Crime Helpline on 0800 056 0905 for support and advice.

Victims of domestic violence can also call the 24-hour National Domestic Violence Freephone Helpline on 0808 2000 24.

In an emergency, call 999.

Community Safety

If you are worried about safety in your community, you can call the Community Safety Team on 020 8356 3170. You can also email safercommunities@hackney.gov.uk.