Crime Rate in Barnehurst: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Barnehurst

The total recorded crimes in Barnehurst, Bexley, UK in July 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Barnehurst crime rate of 1.50 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Barnehurst Crime Hotspots

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

  • Taunton Close with total crimes: 6
  • Venners Close with total crimes: 4
  • Beechcroft Avenue with total crimes: 3

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 areas in the Bexley.

    • 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 areas in the Bexley.

  • 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 July 2025 the Barnehurst has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 1.50 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Barnehurst)CrimesRank (Barnehurst)CrimesRank (Barnehurst)
Bexleyheath194 11,327 12,254 1
Erith154 41,136 22,024 2
Crayford180 2979 31,708 3
Belvedere168 3883 51,674 4
Thamesmead East141 6923 41,570 5
Sidcup147 5780 71,395 6
Falconwood & Welling111 8832 61,281 8
Slade Green & Northend124 7760 81,383 7
Crook Log79 10671 91,084 9
East Wickham83 9439 11816 13
St Mary's & St James79 11424 12879 10
West Heath71 12452 10833 12
Northumberland Heath67 14408 14848 11
Blendon & Penhill48 16410 13778 14
Longlands71 13373 15667 15
Blackfen & Lamorbey53 15322 16555 16

Barnehurst Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242

A total of 64 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
May 20254
April 20259
March 20258
February 20254
January 20255
December 20246
November 20242
October 20246

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 139 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.90 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202518
May 20259
April 202514
March 202513
February 202510
January 20259
December 202417
November 202420
October 202413

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20251
April 20252
February 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20255
January 20253
October 20241

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
May 20256
April 20256
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 202410

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 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

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 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 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 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

High Crime Locations Barnehurst in July 2025

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

1. Taunton Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Venners Close (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Beechcroft Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. A220 (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. Quantock Road (Map)
Total2
Public order2
6. Mendip Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Chiltern Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Windermere Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Manor Way (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Hurstwood Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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