Crime Rate in Selhurst: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Selhurst

The total recorded crimes in Selhurst, Croydon, UK in March 2025 are around 139 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Selhurst crime rate of 2.69 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 Selhurst, encompassing approximately 51,759 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (64) incidents (88.24% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (18.75% increase)
  • Drugs: (12) incidents (140.00% increase)
Selhurst Crime Hotspots

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

  • St James'S Park with total crimes: 18
  • Police Station with total crimes: 11
  • Union Road with total crimes: 8

How safe is Selhurst?

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

  • Relative to Croydon:

    • In 2024, Selhurst reported a higher crime volume than the Croydon average, with 977 crimes compared to 975. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Selhurst witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 27 other cities.

    • In 2023, Selhurst experienced a greater number of crimes than the Croydon average, with 1,832 crimes compared to 1,564. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Selhurst witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 27 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Croydon, Selhurst has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Selhurst Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Selhurst has recorded 139 crimes with crime rate of 2.69 ranking 10th out of 27 in the Croydon, UK

In 2024, the total Selhurst crimes were 977. The crime rate of Selhurst in 2024 was 18.88 (year) or 1.57 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Croydon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Selhurst were around 1,832 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.39 (year) or 2.95 (month) ranking 8 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
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
Addiscombe East107 16662 171,163 15
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

Selhurst Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (64 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (52 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (43 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (37 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (31 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (50 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (48 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 51 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20255
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20243
September 20246
August 20243
April 20248

A total of 85 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20258
December 202416
November 202412
October 202418
September 20247
August 20243
April 20247

A total of 379 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 42.11 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202564
February 202534
January 202552
December 202431
November 202443
October 202435
September 202438
August 202450
April 202432

A total of 249 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 27.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202516
January 202517
December 202419
November 202437
October 202431
September 202429
August 202448
April 202433

A total of 89 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20256
January 20257
December 20248
November 202417
October 202415
September 202416
August 20247
April 20241

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20258
December 20246
November 20246
October 202412
September 20247
August 202413
April 20245

A total of 17 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
April 20242

A total of 71 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.89 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 20248
October 202410
September 20248
August 20249
April 202421

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
April 20243

A total of 108 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202511
January 20259
December 202411
November 20246
October 202413
September 202416
August 20247
April 202428

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20241
April 20242

A total of 22 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
April 20244

High Crime Locations Selhurst in March 2025

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

1. St James'S Park (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences13
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
2. Police Station (Map)
Total11
Criminal damage and arson5
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Union Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting1
4. Grenaby Avenue (Map)
Total6
Drugs2
Other theft2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Strathmore Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Kemp Gardens (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
7. St James'S Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
8. Cromwell Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Owen Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1

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