Crime Rate in Blendon & Penhill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blendon & Penhill

The total recorded crimes in Blendon & Penhill, Bexley, UK in July 2025 are around 48 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blendon & Penhill crime rate of 1.10 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 Blendon & Penhill, encompassing approximately 43,759 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-7.69% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-65.00% decrease)
Blendon & Penhill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Foxglove Close with total crimes: 4
  • Harcourt Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Warne Place with total crimes: 3

How safe is Blendon & Penhill?

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

  • Relative to Bexley:

    • In 2024, Blendon & Penhill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bexley average, with 410 crimes compared to 670.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blendon & Penhill recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 16 other areas in the Bexley.

    • In 2023, Blendon & Penhill had fewer crimes than the Bexley average, with 778 crimes compared to 1,192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blendon & Penhill recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 16 other areas in the Bexley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Blendon & Penhill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Blendon & Penhill has recorded 48 crimes with crime rate of 1.10 ranking 16th out of 16 in the Bexley, UK

In 2024, the total Blendon & Penhill crimes were 410. The crime rate of Blendon & Penhill in 2024 was 9.37 (year) or 0.78 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Bexley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blendon & Penhill were around 778 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.78 (year) or 1.48 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Bexley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blendon & Penhill)CrimesRank (Blendon & Penhill)CrimesRank (Blendon & Penhill)
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
Longlands71 13373 15667 15
Blackfen & Lamorbey53 15322 16555 16
Barnehurst43 17265 17508 17

Blendon & Penhill 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 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (20 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 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 (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 186 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202513
May 202519
April 202517
March 202519
February 202517
January 20257
December 202416
November 202416
October 202417
September 202418
August 202415

A total of 105 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20255
May 20253
April 20257
March 20256
February 20259
January 202512
December 20249
November 202411
October 202411
September 202418
August 20245

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20255
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20249
October 20242
September 20244

A total of 61 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 20255
April 20256
March 20258
February 20257
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20249
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 34 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 202510
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
November 20245
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 122 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202520
May 202513
April 20259
March 202516
February 20259
January 20257
December 20248
November 20246
October 202410
September 20244
August 202413

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.18 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
April 20252
March 20257
February 20259
January 20259
December 20247
November 20246
October 20244
September 20248
August 20246

A total of 29 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20246
September 20242

A total of 16 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251
February 20255
January 20252
August 20244

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
February 20252
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Blendon & Penhill in July 2025

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

1. Foxglove Close (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Harcourt Avenue (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Other theft1
3. Warne Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Overcourt Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Maple Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Robbery1
6. Gwillim Close (Map)
Total3
Drugs3
7. Ramillies Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sherwood Park Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Dorchester Avenue (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other theft1

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