Crime Rate in Plaistow: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Plaistow

The total recorded crimes in Plaistow, Bromley, UK in March 2025 are around 82 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Plaistow crime rate of 2.08 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 Plaistow, encompassing approximately 39,341 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-4.55% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (-43.75% decrease)
Plaistow Crime Hotspots

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

  • Longfield with total crimes: 15
  • Hillcrest Road with total crimes: 8
  • Boyland Road with total crimes: 7

How safe is Plaistow?

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

  • Relative to Bromley:

    • In 2024, Plaistow demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bromley average, with 668 crimes compared to 758.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Plaistow recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Plaistow had fewer crimes than the Bromley average, with 1,077 crimes compared to 1,307. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Plaistow recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Plaistow Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Plaistow has recorded 82 crimes with crime rate of 2.08 ranking 13th out of 21 in the Bromley, UK

In 2024, the total Plaistow crimes were 668. The crime rate of Plaistow in 2024 was 16.98 (year) or 1.41 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Bromley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Plaistow were around 1,077 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.38 (year) or 2.28 (month) ranking 12 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
Bickley & Sundridge84 12553 141,007 13
Chislehurst71 16583 13951 16
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

Plaistow Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 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 22 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (19 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (20 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 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 (14 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 141 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 15.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202514
January 20259
December 202413
November 202423
October 202415
September 202413
August 202424
April 202414

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 20249
September 20244
August 20246
July 20241

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 202412
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 60 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20257
December 20247
November 202410
October 20248
September 202410
August 20244
April 20246

A total of 118 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20259
January 202513
December 202410
November 202428
October 202417
September 202420
August 20246
April 20247

A total of 191 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 19.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202522
January 202518
December 202422
November 202421
October 202428
September 202420
August 202420
July 20241
April 202418

A total of 118 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.11 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202516
January 202519
December 202412
November 202417
October 202412
September 202416
August 20243
April 202414

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20259
December 202415
November 20243
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
April 20243

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 202410
September 20243
August 20244
April 20242

A total of 23 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
April 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

High Crime Locations Plaistow in March 2025

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

1. Longfield (Map)
Total15
Shoplifting7
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Hillcrest Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour6
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Boyland Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. Roslin Way (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. London Lane (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
8. London Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order2
9. Hilldrop Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Rodway Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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