Summary
The number of hate crimes in England and Wales has increased for the first time in three years. Crimes against Muslims rose by 19%, while those against Jewish people decreased by 18%. The government has increased police patrols at religious sites to address these concerns.
Key Facts
- Hate crimes in England and Wales rose for the first time in three years.
- Anti-immigration protests occurred across the UK in the summer.
- Religious hate crimes against Muslims increased by 19%.
- Crimes against Jewish people decreased by 18%, excluding some Met Police data.
- Overall race hate crimes increased by 6% in the year ending March 2025.
- There were 115,990 hate crimes recorded, excluding Met Police data, marking a 2% increase from the previous year.
- Hate crimes decreased in categories like sexual orientation (2% down), disability (8% down), and transgender identity (11% down).
- The government promised stronger law enforcement against hate crimes and increased police presence at synagogues and mosques.
