Crime Rate in Barnehurst: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Barnehurst

The total recorded crimes in Barnehurst, Bexley, UK in March 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Barnehurst crime rate of 1.19 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Barnehurst, encompassing approximately 28,652 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (30.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
Barnehurst Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Doyle Close with total crimes: 4
  • Old Manor Way with total crimes: 3
  • Mendip Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Barnehurst?

To understand the safety of Barnehurst, we need to analyze Barnehurst crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bexley:

    • In 2024, Barnehurst demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bexley average, with 265 crimes compared to 670.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Barnehurst recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Barnehurst had fewer crimes than the Bexley average, with 508 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Barnehurst recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bexley, Barnehurst has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Barnehurst Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Barnehurst has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 1.19 ranking 17th out of 16 in the Bexley, UK

In 2024, the total Barnehurst crimes were 265. The crime rate of Barnehurst in 2024 was 9.25 (year) or 0.77 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Bexley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Barnehurst were around 508 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.73 (year) or 1.48 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Bexley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bexley)CrimesRank (Bexley)CrimesRank (Bexley)
Bexleyheath237 11,327 12,254 1
Erith163 21,136 22,024 2
Crayford144 3979 31,708 3
Belvedere131 6883 51,674 4
Thamesmead East140 4923 41,570 5
Falconwood & Welling132 5832 61,281 8
Sidcup108 7780 71,395 6
Slade Green & Northend90 10760 81,383 7
Crook Log105 8671 91,084 9
West Heath97 9452 10833 12
St Mary's & St James64 13424 12879 10
Northumberland Heath51 16408 14848 11
East Wickham62 14439 11816 13
Blackfen & Lamorbey71 11322 16555 16
Blendon & Penhill70 12410 13778 14
Longlands56 15373 15667 15

Barnehurst Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

In May 2024, Theft from the person recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20255
December 20246
November 20242
October 20246
September 20246
August 202413
April 202411

A total of 42 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 202410
September 20243
August 20241
April 20249

A total of 115 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202510
January 20259
December 202417
November 202420
October 202413
September 202415
August 20246
April 202412

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
September 20242
July 20241
April 20242

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241
April 20242

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20253
October 20241
September 20241
April 20242

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241
April 20243

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Barnehurst in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Barnehurst postcode area is presented below.

1. Doyle Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
2. Old Manor Way (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Mendip Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Taunton Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Station Approach (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Robbery1
6. A220 (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
7. Midfield Parade (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Pennine Way (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Chiltern Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Venners Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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