Crime Rate in Biggin Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Biggin Hill

The total recorded crimes in Biggin Hill, Bromley, UK in July 2025 are around 64 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Biggin Hill crime rate of 4.13 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 Biggin Hill, encompassing approximately 15,504 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (-35.71% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (266.67% increase)
Biggin Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Everglade with total crimes: 6
  • Magnolia Drive with total crimes: 5
  • Kingsmead with total crimes: 5

How safe is Biggin Hill?

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

  • Relative to Bromley:

    • In 2024, Biggin Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bromley average, with 447 crimes compared to 758.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Biggin Hill recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other areas in the Bromley.

    • In 2023, Biggin Hill had fewer crimes than the Bromley average, with 803 crimes compared to 1,307. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Biggin Hill recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 21 other areas in the Bromley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bromley, Biggin Hill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Biggin Hill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Biggin Hill has recorded 64 crimes with crime rate of 4.13 ranking 19th out of 21 in the Bromley, UK

In 2024, the total Biggin Hill crimes were 447. The crime rate of Biggin Hill in 2024 was 28.83 (year) or 2.40 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Bromley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Biggin Hill were around 803 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.79 (year) or 4.32 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Bromley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Biggin Hill)CrimesRank (Biggin Hill)CrimesRank (Biggin Hill)
Bromley Town295 11,774 13,055 1
St Paul's Cray275 21,319 32,630 2
Penge & Cator264 31,468 22,548 3
Orpington150 5916 51,791 4
Crystal Palace & Anerley145 71,063 41,336 9
Beckenham Town & Copers Cope160 4858 81,373 8
St Mary Cray150 6902 71,563 5
Kelsey & Eden Park135 9907 61,553 6
Bromley Common & Holwood137 8775 91,421 7
Farnborough & Crofton123 11746 101,144 10
Mottingham127 10711 11979 14
Shortlands & Park Langley90 14549 151,109 11
Plaistow111 12668 121,077 12
Bickley & Sundridge107 13553 141,007 13
Chislehurst72 17583 13951 16
Clock House78 16471 17972 15
West Wickham79 15377 21582 22
Hayes & Coney Hall71 18477 16880 17
Darwin57 21349 22722 19
Petts Wood & Knoll59 20385 19669 20
Chelsfield53 22382 20595 21

Biggin Hill 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 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (28 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 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 (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 60 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20253
April 20255
March 20257
February 20254
January 20258
December 20245
November 20246
October 20244
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 200 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202515
May 202519
April 202517
March 202513
February 202515
January 202511
December 202418
November 202415
October 202419
September 202422
August 202418

A total of 154 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202528
May 202518
April 202514
March 20258
February 20258
January 20258
December 20248
November 20247
October 20249
September 202418
August 202410

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
January 20255
December 20244
November 20242
October 20246
September 202410

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20253
September 20241

A total of 96 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20257
April 20254
March 20259
February 202513
January 20258
December 202415
November 20243
October 20249
September 20248
August 20248

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
November 20246
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20256
February 20253
January 20255
December 20241
November 20245
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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
June 20251
October 20241

A total of 80 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 202510
April 20256
March 20251
February 20254
January 202510
December 202416
November 202413
October 20244
September 20249
August 20244

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
April 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Biggin Hill in July 2025

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

1. Everglade (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Magnolia Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
3. Kingsmead (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
4. Lillie Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Blackthorn Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. King George Vi Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Valley View (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
8. Spring Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Kembleside Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
10. Ceres View (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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