Crime Rate in Addiscombe East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Addiscombe East

The total recorded crimes in Addiscombe East, Croydon, UK in March 2025 are around 107 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Addiscombe East crime rate of 2.32 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 Addiscombe East, encompassing approximately 46,180 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (18) incidents (38.46% increase)
  • Burglary: (12) incidents (200.00% increase)
Addiscombe East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Crabtree Walk with total crimes: 9
  • Pavement Square with total crimes: 8
  • Teevan Close with total crimes: 8

How safe is Addiscombe East?

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

  • Relative to Croydon:

    • In 2024, Addiscombe East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Croydon average, with 662 crimes compared to 975.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Addiscombe East recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 27 other cities.

    • In 2023, Addiscombe East had fewer crimes than the Croydon average, with 1,163 crimes compared to 1,564. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Addiscombe East recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 27 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Croydon, Addiscombe East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Addiscombe East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Addiscombe East has recorded 107 crimes with crime rate of 2.32 ranking 16th out of 27 in the Croydon, UK

In 2024, the total Addiscombe East crimes were 662. The crime rate of Addiscombe East in 2024 was 14.33 (year) or 1.19 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Croydon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Addiscombe East were around 1,163 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.18 (year) or 2.10 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Croydon.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Croydon)CrimesRank (Croydon)CrimesRank (Croydon)
West Thornton481 13,280 15,208 1
Fairfield440 23,056 23,873 2
Broad Green289 32,134 33,671 3
Waddon236 41,714 42,252 4
Thornton Heath161 71,039 92,220 5
South Norwood165 51,210 52,108 6
Bensham Manor155 81,200 62,042 7
Purley & Woodcote161 61,088 81,786 9
Addiscombe West152 91,117 71,621 10
Selhurst139 10977 111,832 8
Woodside127 12984 101,560 11
Norbury & Pollards Hill128 11945 121,468 12
South Croydon124 13869 141,460 13
Park Hill & Whitgift118 14874 131,125 17
Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood115 15802 151,301 14
New Addington South98 18689 161,127 16
Shirley North103 17554 18979 18
Norbury Park82 19494 20972 19
Kenley58 25538 19781 21
New Addington North68 21427 23806 20
Old Coulsdon72 20297 28638 24
Coulsdon Town62 22492 21748 22
Selsdon & Addington Village55 26445 22736 23
Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown62 23360 25607 26
Sanderstead46 28381 24528 28
Selsdon Vale & Forestdale59 24341 26532 27
Shirley South50 27324 27637 25

Addiscombe East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (26 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 (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20251
December 20248
November 20245
October 20244
September 20246
August 20243

A total of 84 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20257
January 20255
December 20248
November 20249
October 202413
September 202412
August 20244
April 202418

A total of 40 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20248
October 20249
August 20242
April 20245

A total of 39 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20254
January 20256
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20245
August 20241
April 20245

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20241
August 20241
April 20243

A total of 231 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 25.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202530
January 202532
December 202420
November 202430
October 202421
September 202426
August 202418
April 202419

A total of 151 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 16.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202513
January 202516
December 202413
November 20249
October 202418
September 202426
August 202415
April 202423

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20256
December 20243
November 202412
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
April 20249

A total of 24 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 75 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20252
December 20248
November 202413
October 202414
September 202416
August 20241
April 20249

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20247
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
April 20243

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Addiscombe East in March 2025

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

1. Crabtree Walk (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences9
2. Pavement Square (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Teevan Close (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
5. Manning Gardens (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Addiscombe Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lower Addiscombe Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Public order1
8. Furlong Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Nicholson Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1

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