Crime Rate in Croydon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Croydon

The total recorded crimes in Croydon, UK in January 2026 are around 3,832 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Croydon crime rate of 9.81 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 Croydon, encompassing approximately 390,724 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (1199) incidents (5.08% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (690) incidents (-1.43% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (364) incidents (30.00% increase)
Croydon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hospital with total crimes: 66
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 61
  • London Road with total crimes: 34

Croydon Police Info:

Metropolitan Police Service

How safe is Croydon?

To understand the safety of Croydon, we need to analyze Croydon crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Croydon has recorded 27,293 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 69.85 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 256 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 43,781 crimes with a crime rate of 112.05, ranking it 90 in the UK. This a decrease in crime suggests Positive changes.

  • Relative to Outer London:

    • In 2024, Croydon reported a higher crime volume than the Outer London average, with 27,293 crimes compared to 16,705. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Croydon recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Croydon experienced a greater number of crimes than the Outer London average, with 43,781 crimes compared to 28,746. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Croydon recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Croydon is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Outer London, Croydon has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Croydon Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, West Thornton (424 crimes), and the safest, Sanderstead (34 crimes), is 390 crimes. This noticeable difference indicates a clear disparity in safety across Croydon.

Similarly, the area of Selhurst South & West Croydon (330 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Selsdon Park & Hamsey Green (15 crimes), with a difference of 315 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Croydon.

Most Dangerous Wards:

West Thornton424
Fairfield403
Broad Green360
Thornton Heath183
Waddon180

Safest Wards:

Shirley South66
Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown53
Old Coulsdon53
Selsdon Vale & Forestdale46
Sanderstead34

Most Dangerous Areas:

Selhurst South & West Croydon330
University Hospital & Queen's Road311
Central Croydon232
Croydon Minster & Waddon North196
West Thornton North149

Safest Areas:

Old Coulsdon33
Addiscombe East30
Kenley North28
Sanderstead17
Selsdon Park & Hamsey Green15

Croydon Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Croydon has recorded 3,832 crimes with crime rate of 9.81 ranking 47th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 1 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 7 in terms of crime rate in Outer London.

In 2024, the total Croydon crimes were 27,293. The crime rate of Croydon in 2024 was 69.85 (year) or 5.82 (month) ranking it 256 danzarous in the UK. Croydon ranked 1 in terms of total crimes and 3 in terms of crime rate in Outer London.

In 2023, the total crimes in Croydon were around 43,781 crimes with yearly crime rate of 112.05 (year) or 9.34 (month) ranking 90 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Outer London, Croydon ranked 1 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 7 as per crime rate of Croydon

CityJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Outer London)CrimesRank (Outer London)CrimesRank (Outer London)
Harrow1,719 2012,311 1519,636 19
Sutton1,202 198,988 1915,828 18
Richmond upon Thames1,167 188,641 1815,748 17
Bexley1,539 1711,384 1720,257 16
Merton1,285 169,994 1617,989 15
Bromley2,179 1416,680 1328,760 14
Kingston upon Thames1,143 128,165 1415,645 12
Barnet3,046 1320,339 1236,190 13
Havering1,871 1113,869 1125,160 11
Redbridge2,444 1016,685 1029,930 10
Barking and Dagenham1,904 913,850 924,133 9
Waltham Forest2,405 818,043 730,955 8
Hounslow2,628 418,366 832,912 4
Ealing3,227 623,905 641,271 6
Greenwich2,678 519,510 432,543 5
Enfield2,983 322,077 538,814 3
Hillingdon3,381 222,638 136,086 2
Brent3,218 124,651 240,527 1

Croydon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1199 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (690 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1141 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 700 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1151 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (697 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (1141 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (747 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (1094 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (805 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1200 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1066 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1322 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1060 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1329 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (925 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (1269 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (923 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (1066 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (831 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1229 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (760 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1023 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 602 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9806 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 817.17 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1066 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026690
December 2025700
November 2025697
October 2025747
September 2025805
August 20251066
July 20251060
June 2025925
May 2025923
April 2025831
March 2025760
February 2025602

A total of 14164 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1180.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1329 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261199
December 20251141
November 20251151
October 20251141
September 20251094
August 20251200
July 20251322
June 20251329
May 20251269
April 20251066
March 20251229
February 20251023

A total of 1160 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 96.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 116 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202697
December 202595
November 202584
October 202597
September 202598
August 202580
July 2025106
June 2025114
May 2025116
April 202585
March 202593
February 202595

A total of 2834 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 236.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 277 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026232
December 2025210
November 2025219
October 2025241
September 2025261
August 2025259
July 2025256
June 2025277
May 2025235
April 2025215
March 2025209
February 2025220

A total of 2939 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 244.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 289 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026233
December 2025244
November 2025262
October 2025254
September 2025248
August 2025224
July 2025289
June 2025258
May 2025235
April 2025231
March 2025247
February 2025214

A total of 2578 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 214.83 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 272 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026243
December 2025237
November 2025213
October 2025258
September 2025223
August 2025272
July 2025272
June 2025192
May 202511
April 2025225
March 2025223
February 2025209

A total of 208 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202611
December 202518
November 202518
October 202521
September 202514
August 202519
July 202520
June 202514
May 202520
April 202512
March 202524
February 202517

A total of 3195 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 266.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 321 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026275
December 2025238
November 2025236
October 2025233
September 2025296
August 2025292
July 2025256
June 2025239
May 2025301
April 2025321
March 2025264
February 2025244

A total of 276 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202622
December 202520
November 202533
October 202513
September 202528
August 202522
July 202524
June 202533
May 202521
April 202525
March 202512
February 202523

A total of 594 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 49.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 69 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202635
December 202535
November 202537
October 202543
September 202547
August 202553
July 202569
June 202547
May 202565
April 202556
March 202552
February 202555

A total of 2557 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 213.08 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 283 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026210
December 2025190
November 2025198
October 2025183
September 2025180
August 2025182
July 2025175
June 2025204
May 2025263
April 2025283
March 2025274
February 2025215

A total of 1954 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 162.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 202 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026145
December 2025178
November 2025164
October 2025150
September 2025139
August 2025183
July 2025202
June 2025169
May 2025161
April 2025149
March 2025153
February 2025161

A total of 3939 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 328.25 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 383 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026364
December 2025280
November 2025290
October 2025356
September 2025383
August 2025355
July 2025340
June 2025323
May 2025311
April 2025316
March 2025315
February 2025306

A total of 883 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 73.58 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 94 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202676
December 202559
November 202584
October 202551
September 202591
August 202594
July 202572
June 202564
May 202582
April 202562
March 202558
February 202590

High Crime Locations Croydon in January 2026

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

1. Hospital (Map)
Total66
Violence and sexual offences45
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order6
Theft from the person3
Other theft3
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total61
Shoplifting59
Drugs2
3. London Road (Map)
Total34
Anti-social behaviour16
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order4
Burglary4
Theft from the person2
Other theft2
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total31
Shoplifting31
5. Police Station (Map)
Total24
Violence and sexual offences7
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson6
Drugs4
6. Crossland Road (Map)
Total21
Anti-social behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order3
Drugs3

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