Crime Rate in Thamesmead East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thamesmead East

The total recorded crimes in Thamesmead East, Bexley, UK in May 2025 are around 143 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thamesmead East crime rate of 2.60 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 Thamesmead East, encompassing approximately 55,098 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (46) incidents (-2.13% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (44) incidents (25.71% increase)
  • Public order: (14) incidents (180.00% increase)
Thamesmead East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Tavy Bridge with total crimes: 16
  • Lensbury Way with total crimes: 9
  • Mere Road with total crimes: 7

How safe is Thamesmead East?

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

  • Relative to Bexley:

    • In 2024, Thamesmead East reported a higher crime volume than the Bexley average, with 923 crimes compared to 670. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Thamesmead East witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 16 other areas in the Bexley.

    • In 2023, Thamesmead East experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bexley average, with 1,570 crimes compared to 1,192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Thamesmead East witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 16 other areas in the Bexley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bexley, Thamesmead East has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Thamesmead East Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Thamesmead East has recorded 143 crimes with crime rate of 2.60 ranking 2th out of 16 in the Bexley, UK

In 2024, the total Thamesmead East crimes were 923. The crime rate of Thamesmead East in 2024 was 16.75 (year) or 1.40 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Bexley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thamesmead East were around 1,570 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.49 (year) or 2.37 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Bexley.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thamesmead East)CrimesRank (Thamesmead East)CrimesRank (Thamesmead East)
Bexleyheath192 11,327 12,254 1
Erith141 31,136 22,024 2
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
Blackfen & Lamorbey62 15322 16555 16
Barnehurst29 17265 17508 17

Thamesmead East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (44 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (47 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (35 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (54 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (40 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (31 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (26 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (44 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (33 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 309 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 30.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202544
April 202535
March 202540
February 202521
January 202521
December 202424
November 202431
October 202436
September 202424
August 202433

A total of 79 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.90 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20256
March 20258
February 20256
January 20258
December 202410
November 20247
October 202414
September 202411
August 20243

A total of 415 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 41.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202546
April 202547
March 202554
February 202527
January 202538
December 202439
November 202442
October 202445
September 202433
August 202444

A total of 72 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 20255
March 20256
February 20258
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20247
September 202412
August 20248

A total of 166 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 16.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202514
March 202512
February 202512
January 202510
December 202421
November 202423
October 202423
September 202426
August 202412

A total of 56 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20255
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 202410
October 20249
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 26 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20255
March 20253
February 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
August 20242

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 22 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 65 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.12 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 202514
March 20257
February 202511
January 20257
December 20247
October 20248
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 13 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244

High Crime Locations Thamesmead East in May 2025

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

1. Tavy Bridge (Map)
Total16
Anti-social behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
Vehicle crime2
2. Lensbury Way (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other crime1
3. Mere Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Southmere Drive (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Wolvercote Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
6. Watersmeet Way (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Other theft1
Public order1
8. St Martins Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Middle Way (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Northwood Place (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1

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