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 July 2025 are around 62 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Selsdon & Addington Village crime rate of 2.60 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (-58.33% decrease)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
Selsdon & Addington Village Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 9
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 7
  • Rylandes Road with total crimes: 4

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 July 2025 the Selsdon & Addington Village has recorded 62 crimes with crime rate of 2.60 ranking 25th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Selsdon & Addington Village)CrimesRank (Selsdon & Addington Village)CrimesRank (Selsdon & Addington Village)
West Thornton523 23,280 15,208 1
Fairfield525 13,056 23,873 2
Broad Green354 32,134 33,671 3
Waddon239 41,714 42,252 4
Thornton Heath206 51,039 92,220 5
South Norwood160 111,210 52,108 6
Bensham Manor177 81,200 62,042 7
Addiscombe West199 61,117 71,621 10
Norbury & Pollards Hill188 7945 121,468 12
Selhurst176 9977 111,832 8
Purley & Woodcote176 101,088 81,786 9
Woodside148 13984 101,560 11
South Croydon149 12869 141,460 13
Park Hill & Whitgift131 14874 131,125 17
Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood109 15802 151,301 14
Addiscombe East100 17662 171,163 15
New Addington South98 18689 161,127 16
New Addington North102 16427 23806 20
Shirley North93 20554 18979 18
Norbury Park62 24494 20972 19
Kenley94 19538 19781 21
Coulsdon Town69 23492 21748 22
Old Coulsdon90 21297 28638 24
Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown72 22360 25607 26
Sanderstead46 28381 24528 28
Shirley South61 26324 27637 25
Selsdon Vale & Forestdale54 27341 26532 27

Selsdon & Addington Village Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (24 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 156 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 17.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202515
May 202514
April 202516
March 202524
February 202513
January 202521
December 202412
November 202417

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242

A total of 62 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
April 202519
March 20258
February 20257
January 20255
December 20244
November 20248

A total of 45 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20255
April 20256
March 20255
February 20255
January 20258
December 20243
November 20245

A total of 22 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20254
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244

A total of 115 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 12.78 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202524
May 202516
April 202510
March 20254
February 20258
January 202517
December 202411
November 202415

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20259
April 20257
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
February 20255
January 20252
December 20246
November 20244

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20255
April 20251
March 20256
February 20251
January 20255
December 20244
November 20241

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253
January 20255
December 20247
November 20245

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

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20258
May 20259
April 20255
March 20252
February 20253
January 20256
December 20242
November 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
January 20251

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241

High Crime Locations Selsdon & Addington Village in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Rylandes Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
4. Copse View (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Dulverton Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
6. Inglewood (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Shepherds Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Hollingsworth Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Pennycroft (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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