Crime Rate in Blackfen & Lamorbey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blackfen & Lamorbey

The total recorded crimes in Blackfen & Lamorbey, Bexley, UK in March 2025 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blackfen & Lamorbey crime rate of 1.45 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 Blackfen & Lamorbey, encompassing approximately 48,875 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
Blackfen & Lamorbey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 12
  • Norfolk Crescent with total crimes: 4
  • Parish Gate Drive with total crimes: 3

How safe is Blackfen & Lamorbey?

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

  • Relative to Bexley:

    • In 2024, Blackfen & Lamorbey demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bexley average, with 322 crimes compared to 670.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blackfen & Lamorbey recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.

    • In 2023, Blackfen & Lamorbey had fewer crimes than the Bexley average, with 555 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blackfen & Lamorbey recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 16 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Blackfen & Lamorbey Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Blackfen & Lamorbey has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 1.45 ranking 11th out of 16 in the Bexley, UK

In 2024, the total Blackfen & Lamorbey crimes were 322. The crime rate of Blackfen & Lamorbey in 2024 was 6.59 (year) or 0.55 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Bexley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blackfen & Lamorbey were around 555 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.36 (year) or 0.95 (month) ranking 16 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
Blendon & Penhill70 12410 13778 14
Longlands56 15373 15667 15
Barnehurst34 17265 17508 17

Blackfen & Lamorbey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 86 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20258
January 20251
December 20246
November 20248
October 202413
September 202415
August 202414
April 20249

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 121 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 13.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202518
January 202512
December 202411
November 202413
October 202412
September 202413
August 20248
April 202414

A total of 30 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
April 20244

A total of 65 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 20258
December 20246
November 202410
October 202411
September 202410
August 20242
April 20243

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
April 20244

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20252
December 20248
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
April 20242

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20244

A total of 26 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20241
April 20245

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Blackfen & Lamorbey in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs3
Other crime1
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
2. Norfolk Crescent (Map)
Total4
Drugs3
Other theft1
3. Parish Gate Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
4. Alexander Close (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Leechcroft Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Chatsworth Avenue (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
8. Kirkland Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
10. Cloverdale Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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