Crime Rate in Bromley Common & Holwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bromley Common & Holwood

The total recorded crimes in Bromley Common & Holwood, Bromley, UK in July 2025 are around 137 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bromley Common & Holwood crime rate of 4.04 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 Bromley Common & Holwood, encompassing approximately 33,916 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (49) incidents (19.51% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (28) incidents (12.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (16) incidents (128.57% increase)
Bromley Common & Holwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Southborough Lane with total crimes: 11
  • Lower Gravel Road with total crimes: 6
  • Mosul Way with total crimes: 6

How safe is Bromley Common & Holwood?

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

  • Relative to Bromley:

    • In 2024, Bromley Common & Holwood reported a higher crime volume than the Bromley average, with 775 crimes compared to 758. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Bromley Common & Holwood witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 21 other areas in the Bromley.

    • In 2023, Bromley Common & Holwood experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bromley average, with 1,421 crimes compared to 1,307. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bromley Common & Holwood witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 21 other areas in the Bromley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bromley, Bromley Common & Holwood has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Bromley Common & Holwood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bromley Common & Holwood has recorded 137 crimes with crime rate of 4.04 ranking 8th out of 21 in the Bromley, UK

In 2024, the total Bromley Common & Holwood crimes were 775. The crime rate of Bromley Common & Holwood in 2024 was 22.85 (year) or 1.90 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Bromley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bromley Common & Holwood were around 1,421 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.90 (year) or 3.49 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Bromley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bromley Common & Holwood)CrimesRank (Bromley Common & Holwood)CrimesRank (Bromley Common & Holwood)
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
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
Biggin Hill64 19447 18803 18
Darwin57 21349 22722 19
Petts Wood & Knoll59 20385 19669 20
Chelsfield53 22382 20595 21

Bromley Common & Holwood 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 49 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (41 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 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 22 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 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 (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 75 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.38 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202510
April 202510
March 20254
February 20258
January 202512
December 202410
November 20248

A total of 51 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20259
April 20253
March 202511
February 202511
January 20254
December 20244
November 20246

A total of 96 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202514
May 202512
April 20258
March 20259
February 202513
January 202513
December 20247
November 202410

A total of 235 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 26.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202525
May 202541
April 202528
March 202521
February 202522
January 202528
December 202424
November 202418

A total of 56 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202510
May 20254
April 20252
March 20258
January 20259
December 20247
November 20247

A total of 77 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.56 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20257
May 202510
April 20258
March 202510
February 20256
January 202510
December 20247
November 20243

A total of 322 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 35.78 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 49 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202549
June 202541
May 202541
April 202525
March 202531
February 202527
January 202537
December 202438
November 202433

A total of 41 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.56 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20255
April 20256
March 20255
February 20253
January 20255
December 20247
November 20247

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20258
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242

A total of 26 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20255
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20246

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.88 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20253
April 20253
March 20254
February 20253
January 20256
December 20247
November 20243

High Crime Locations Bromley Common & Holwood in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bromley Common & Holwood postcode area is presented below.

1. Southborough Lane (Map)
Total11
Other theft5
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Lower Gravel Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Mosul Way (Map)
Total6
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
4. Whitebeam Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Link Way (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
6. Rayfield Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Mons Way (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Drugs3
Other theft1
9. Waverley Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
10. Turpington Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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