Crime Rate in Blackfen & Lamorbey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blackfen & Lamorbey

The total recorded crimes in Blackfen & Lamorbey, Bexley, UK in May 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blackfen & Lamorbey crime rate of 1.27 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (53.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (63.64% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Blackfen & Lamorbey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wynn'S Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Berwick Crescent with total crimes: 4
  • Holbeach Gardens 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 areas in the Bexley.

    • 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 areas in the Bexley.

  • 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 May 2025 the Blackfen & Lamorbey has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 1.27 ranking 15th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blackfen & Lamorbey)CrimesRank (Blackfen & Lamorbey)CrimesRank (Blackfen & Lamorbey)
Bexleyheath192 11,327 12,254 1
Erith141 31,136 22,024 2
Thamesmead East143 2923 41,570 5
Crayford116 6979 31,708 3
Belvedere133 4883 51,674 4
Sidcup125 5780 71,395 6
Falconwood & Welling111 7832 61,281 8
Slade Green & Northend85 8760 81,383 7
Crook Log74 9671 91,084 9
St Mary's & St James73 11424 12879 10
West Heath65 12452 10833 12
Northumberland Heath73 10408 14848 11
East Wickham63 13439 11816 13
Blendon & Penhill62 14410 13778 14
Longlands52 16373 15667 15
Barnehurst29 17265 17508 17

Blackfen & Lamorbey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20252
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 106 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202518
April 202511
March 202512
February 20258
January 20251
December 20246
November 20248
October 202413
September 202415
August 202414

A total of 145 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 14.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 202515
March 202520
February 202518
January 202512
December 202411
November 202413
October 202412
September 202413
August 20248

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 72 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20255
March 20256
February 20259
January 20258
December 20246
November 202410
October 202411
September 202410
August 20242

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20244

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20258
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 23 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 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

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 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

High Crime Locations Blackfen & Lamorbey in May 2025

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

1. Wynn'S Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
2. Berwick Crescent (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Holbeach Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Raeburn Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Ridgeway West (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Ashcroft Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
9. Haddon Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Marlborough Park Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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