Crime Rate in Selsdon & Addington Village: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Selsdon & Addington Village

The total recorded crimes in Selsdon & Addington Village, Croydon, UK in May 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Selsdon & Addington Village crime rate of 2.81 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 Selsdon & Addington Village, encompassing approximately 23,828 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
Selsdon & Addington Village Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dulverton Road with total crimes: 11
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Shepherds Way with total crimes: 5

How safe is Selsdon & Addington Village?

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

  • Relative to Croydon:

    • In 2024, Selsdon & Addington Village demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Croydon average, with 445 crimes compared to 975.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Selsdon & Addington Village recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 27 other areas in the Croydon.

    • In 2023, Selsdon & Addington Village had fewer crimes than the Croydon average, with 736 crimes compared to 1,564. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Selsdon & Addington Village recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 27 other areas in the Croydon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Croydon, Selsdon & Addington Village has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Selsdon & Addington Village Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Selsdon & Addington Village has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 2.81 ranking 22th out of 27 in the Croydon, UK

In 2024, the total Selsdon & Addington Village crimes were 445. The crime rate of Selsdon & Addington Village in 2024 was 18.68 (year) or 1.56 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Croydon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Selsdon & Addington Village were around 736 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.89 (year) or 2.57 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the Croydon.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Selsdon & Addington Village)CrimesRank (Selsdon & Addington Village)CrimesRank (Selsdon & Addington Village)
West Thornton569 13,280 15,208 1
Fairfield417 23,056 23,873 2
Broad Green281 32,134 33,671 3
Waddon230 41,714 42,252 4
Thornton Heath225 51,039 92,220 5
South Norwood170 81,210 52,108 6
Bensham Manor179 61,200 62,042 7
Addiscombe West165 91,117 71,621 10
Norbury & Pollards Hill172 7945 121,468 12
Selhurst152 11977 111,832 8
Purley & Woodcote160 101,088 81,786 9
Woodside144 12984 101,560 11
South Croydon125 13869 141,460 13
Park Hill & Whitgift92 18874 131,125 17
Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood99 14802 151,301 14
Addiscombe East93 16662 171,163 15
Shirley North95 15554 18979 18
New Addington South92 17689 161,127 16
Norbury Park42 26494 20972 19
Kenley74 19538 19781 21
New Addington North70 21427 23806 20
Coulsdon Town72 20492 21748 22
Shirley South58 23324 27637 25
Old Coulsdon49 24297 28638 24
Sanderstead46 25381 24528 28
Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown40 27360 25607 26
Selsdon Vale & Forestdale35 28341 26532 27

Selsdon & Addington Village Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 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 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

In July 2024, Robbery recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20256
March 20255
February 20255
January 20258
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 152 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202516
March 202524
February 202513
January 202521
December 202412
November 202417
October 202410
September 202410
August 202415

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20257
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 37 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253
January 20255
December 20247
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 121 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202510
March 20254
February 20258
January 202517
December 202411
November 202415
October 202412
September 202415
August 202413

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 44 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20255
March 20252
February 20253
January 20256
December 20242
November 20242
October 20247
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20251
March 20256
February 20251
January 20255
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
February 20255
January 20252
December 20246
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 65 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.22 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 202519
March 20258
February 20257
January 20255
December 20244
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 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 Selsdon & Addington Village in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Selsdon & Addington Village postcode area is presented below.

1. Dulverton Road (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour6
Drugs2
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Robbery3
Shoplifting3
3. Shepherds Way (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Selsdon Park Road (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Tedder Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Public order1
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
7. Littleheath Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
8. Swallowdale (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Freelands Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
10. Warren Avenue (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other theft1

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