Crime Rate in Chislehurst: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chislehurst

The total recorded crimes in Chislehurst, Bromley, UK in March 2025 are around 71 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chislehurst crime rate of 2.83 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 Chislehurst, encompassing approximately 25,123 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-17.39% decrease)
  • Burglary: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (37.50% increase)
Chislehurst Crime Hotspots

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

  • Benson Mews with total crimes: 8
  • Norlands Crescent with total crimes: 3
  • Leas Green with total crimes: 3

How safe is Chislehurst?

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

  • Relative to Bromley:

    • In 2024, Chislehurst demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bromley average, with 583 crimes compared to 758.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Chislehurst recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chislehurst had fewer crimes than the Bromley average, with 951 crimes compared to 1,307. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Chislehurst recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chislehurst Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chislehurst has recorded 71 crimes with crime rate of 2.83 ranking 16th out of 21 in the Bromley, UK

In 2024, the total Chislehurst crimes were 583. The crime rate of Chislehurst in 2024 was 23.21 (year) or 1.93 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Bromley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chislehurst were around 951 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.85 (year) or 3.15 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Bromley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bromley)CrimesRank (Bromley)CrimesRank (Bromley)
Bromley Town234 31,774 13,055 1
St Paul's Cray237 11,319 32,630 2
Penge & Cator235 21,468 22,548 3
Orpington108 10916 51,791 4
Crystal Palace & Anerley135 51,063 41,336 9
Beckenham Town & Copers Cope160 4858 81,373 8
St Mary Cray134 7902 71,563 5
Kelsey & Eden Park117 8907 61,553 6
Farnborough & Crofton134 6746 101,144 10
Bromley Common & Holwood112 9775 91,421 7
Shortlands & Park Langley69 18549 151,109 11
Mottingham102 11711 11979 14
Plaistow82 13668 121,077 12
Bickley & Sundridge84 12553 141,007 13
Hayes & Coney Hall80 14477 16880 17
Clock House60 19471 17972 15
Darwin75 15349 22722 19
Petts Wood & Knoll70 17385 19669 20
Biggin Hill47 21447 18803 18
Chelsfield42 22382 20595 21
West Wickham53 20377 21582 22

Chislehurst Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

In May 2024, Public order dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Theft from the person also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (16 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 78 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20256
January 202512
December 202414
November 202415
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
April 202411

A total of 181 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 20.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202523
January 202510
December 202429
November 202420
October 202423
September 202417
August 202422
April 202418

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
January 20255
December 20247
November 20242
October 20243
September 20247
August 20243
July 20241
April 202410

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
April 20242

A total of 120 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20258
January 202518
December 202416
November 202414
October 202410
September 202419
August 202418
April 20246

A total of 48 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.80 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20245
November 202411
October 20246
September 20245
August 20244
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 17 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243
April 20242

A total of 92 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202511
January 202516
December 20249
November 202415
October 20249
September 20243
August 20246
May 20241
April 202416

A total of 66 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20259
January 202515
December 20246
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
April 202415

A total of 20 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Chislehurst in March 2025

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

1. Benson Mews (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting6
Burglary1
Theft from the person1
2. Norlands Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Leas Green (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Shoplifting1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. B264 (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Royal Parade (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hawkwood Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Beaverwood Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
10. Berens Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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