Crime Rate in Shirley South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shirley South

The total recorded crimes in Shirley South, Croydon, UK in March 2025 are around 50 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shirley South crime rate of 0.79 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 Shirley South, encompassing approximately 63,068 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (91.67% increase)
  • Other theft: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Shirley South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oak Gardens with total crimes: 15
  • Fir Tree Gardens with total crimes: 4
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Shirley South?

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

  • Relative to Croydon:

    • In 2024, Shirley South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Croydon average, with 324 crimes compared to 975.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Shirley South recorded fewer crimes than 26 out of 27 other cities.

    • In 2023, Shirley South had fewer crimes than the Croydon average, with 637 crimes compared to 1,564. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Shirley South recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 27 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Shirley South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Shirley South has recorded 50 crimes with crime rate of 1.76 ranking 27th out of 27 in the Croydon, UK

In 2024, the total Shirley South crimes were 324. The crime rate of Shirley South in 2024 was 21.14 (year) or 1.76 (month) ranking it 27 dangerous area in the Croydon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shirley South were around 637 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.01 (year) or 1.67 (month) ranking 25 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
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 South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Other theft 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 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 73 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.11 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20257
December 20243
November 20244
October 20248
September 20249
August 202419
April 202412

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20246
September 20242
August 20244
April 20242

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.71 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20253
December 20243
November 20246
October 20243
September 20242

A total of 144 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 16.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202512
January 202518
December 202411
November 202416
October 202429
September 202413
August 202416
April 20246

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20256
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 202410
August 20243
April 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
October 20242

A total of 60 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20259
January 20257
December 20246
November 202411
October 202412
September 20245
August 20243
April 20244

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
August 20241
April 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20247
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Shirley South in March 2025

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

1. Oak Gardens (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences13
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Fir Tree Gardens (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Jasmine Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
5. East Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Bridle Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. South Way (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
8. Nursery Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Border Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Bramble Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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