Crime Rate in Plumstead Common: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Plumstead Common

The total recorded crimes in Plumstead Common, Greenwich, UK in May 2025 are around 128 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Plumstead Common crime rate of 2.16 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 Plumstead Common, encompassing approximately 59,207 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (40) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (35) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (11) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Plumstead Common Crime Hotspots

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

  • Edison Grove with total crimes: 7
  • Rockmount Road with total crimes: 6
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5

How safe is Plumstead Common?

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

  • Relative to Greenwich:

    • In 2024, Plumstead Common demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Greenwich average, with 815 crimes compared to 848.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Plumstead Common witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 22 other areas in the Greenwich.

    • In 2023, Plumstead Common experienced a greater number of crimes than the Greenwich average, with 1,416 crimes compared to 1,415. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Plumstead Common witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 22 other areas in the Greenwich.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Greenwich, Plumstead Common has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Plumstead Common Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Plumstead Common has recorded 128 crimes with crime rate of 2.16 ranking 10th out of 22 in the Greenwich, UK

In 2024, the total Plumstead Common crimes were 815. The crime rate of Plumstead Common in 2024 was 13.77 (year) or 1.15 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Greenwich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Plumstead Common were around 1,416 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.92 (year) or 1.99 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Greenwich.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Plumstead Common)CrimesRank (Plumstead Common)CrimesRank (Plumstead Common)
Greenwich Peninsula280 11,743 12,548 1
Plumstead & Glyndon217 21,424 22,413 2
Woolwich Arsenal188 41,401 32,263 3
Woolwich Dockyard211 31,209 42,056 5
Abbey Wood160 71,159 62,119 4
Greenwich Creekside178 51,209 51,634 8
Eltham Town & Avery Hill161 61,066 71,914 6
Woolwich Common147 8985 81,704 7
Thamesmead Moorings121 12817 101,464 9
East Greenwich133 9866 91,255 12
Charlton Hornfair121 11768 121,267 11
Blackheath Westcombe100 15632 151,228 13
Greenwich Park107 13754 131,148 14
Kidbrooke Park69 21703 141,019 17
Mottingham, Coldharbour & New Eltham100 14556 18978 18
Shooters Hill72 20572 171,107 15
West Thamesmead87 17573 161,076 16
Middle Park & Horn Park93 16481 19967 19
Kidbrooke Village & Sutcliffe85 18434 22597 23
Eltham Park & Progress83 19453 21698 22
Charlton Village & Riverside61 22468 20880 20
Eltham Page56 23422 23792 21

Plumstead Common Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (42 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (34 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (33 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (33 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (60 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (41 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (40 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 324 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 32.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202535
April 202542
March 202534
February 202529
January 202533
December 202423
November 202423
October 202441
September 202440
August 202424

A total of 367 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 36.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202540
April 202530
March 202533
February 202523
January 202544
December 202433
November 202435
October 202460
September 202435
August 202434

A total of 29 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20255
March 20253
February 20253
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 41 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20253
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20245
November 20242
October 20244
September 20248
August 20243

A total of 62 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20256
March 20257
February 20259
January 202510
December 20246
November 20245
October 20243
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 69 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20254
March 202510
February 20257
January 20256
December 20247
November 20244
October 20249
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 70 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20258
March 20257
February 20257
January 20254
December 202411
November 20248
October 20248
September 20249
August 20241

A total of 57 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.70 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20256
March 202510
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 202411
August 20244

A total of 132 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202511
March 202513
February 202511
January 202516
December 202412
November 202418
October 202413
September 202418
August 20249

A total of 16 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 63 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 202514
March 202510
February 20254
January 20255
December 20245
November 20246
October 20248
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

High Crime Locations Plumstead Common in May 2025

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

1. Edison Grove (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Rockmount Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Other theft4
Shoplifting1
5. Gilbourne Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs3
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Streamdale (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Rutherglen Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Drugs1
8. Camrose Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Melling Street (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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