Crime Rate in Woolwich Arsenal: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Woolwich Arsenal

The total recorded crimes in Woolwich Arsenal, Greenwich, UK in March 2025 are around 209 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Woolwich Arsenal crime rate of 1.78 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 Woolwich Arsenal, encompassing approximately 117,651 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (65) incidents (75.68% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (47) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Drugs: (18) incidents (350.00% increase)
Woolwich Arsenal Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wellington Street with total crimes: 11
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 11
  • Greens End with total crimes: 11

How safe is Woolwich Arsenal?

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

  • Relative to Greenwich:

    • In 2024, Woolwich Arsenal reported a higher crime volume than the Greenwich average, with 1,401 crimes compared to 848. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Woolwich Arsenal witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Woolwich Arsenal experienced a greater number of crimes than the Greenwich average, with 2,263 crimes compared to 1,415. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Woolwich Arsenal witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Greenwich, Woolwich Arsenal has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Woolwich Arsenal Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Woolwich Arsenal has recorded 209 crimes with crime rate of 1.78 ranking 2th out of 22 in the Greenwich, UK

In 2024, the total Woolwich Arsenal crimes were 1,401. The crime rate of Woolwich Arsenal in 2024 was 11.91 (year) or 0.99 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Greenwich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Woolwich Arsenal were around 2,263 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.23 (year) or 1.60 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Greenwich.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Greenwich)CrimesRank (Greenwich)CrimesRank (Greenwich)
Greenwich Peninsula233 11,743 12,548 1
Plumstead & Glyndon204 41,424 22,413 2
Woolwich Dockyard204 31,209 42,056 5
Abbey Wood135 71,159 62,119 4
Greenwich Creekside198 61,209 51,634 8
Eltham Town & Avery Hill199 51,066 71,914 6
Woolwich Common99 14985 81,704 7
Plumstead Common133 8815 111,416 10
Thamesmead Moorings126 9817 101,464 9
East Greenwich123 10866 91,255 12
Charlton Hornfair111 11768 121,267 11
Blackheath Westcombe105 12632 151,228 13
Greenwich Park98 15754 131,148 14
Middle Park & Horn Park101 13481 19967 19
Kidbrooke Park87 20703 141,019 17
Shooters Hill92 17572 171,107 15
West Thamesmead95 16573 161,076 16
Mottingham, Coldharbour & New Eltham90 19556 18978 18
Kidbrooke Village & Sutcliffe90 18434 22597 23
Charlton Village & Riverside68 22468 20880 20
Eltham Page70 21422 23792 21
Eltham Park & Progress62 23453 21698 22

Woolwich Arsenal Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (65 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (47 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 37 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (53 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 40 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (50 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (41 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (50 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (49 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (46 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (61 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (45 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

In May 2024, Theft from the person dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (60 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (49 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 458 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 50.89 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 61 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202547
February 202547
January 202553
December 202440
November 202450
October 202454
September 202446
August 202461
April 202460

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 202511
December 20248
November 20243
October 20246
September 20247
August 20245
July 20241
May 20241
March 20241

A total of 433 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 65 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202565
February 202537
January 202540
December 202449
November 202441
October 202450
September 202449
August 202445
July 20242
May 20243
April 202449
March 20243

A total of 120 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 20254
January 202513
December 20247
November 202421
October 202421
September 202412
August 202414
April 202410

A total of 117 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.64 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202513
January 20259
December 202415
November 202412
October 202415
September 202416
August 20243
July 20241
May 20241
April 202420

A total of 83 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202513
January 20254
December 20245
November 202414
October 202415
September 20247
August 20246
April 20248

A total of 55 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20258
December 20245
November 20248
October 20249
September 20243
August 20246
April 20248

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20243

A total of 67 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.70 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20255
December 20249
November 202416
October 202410
September 20247
August 20248
April 20243
March 20242

A total of 131 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.91 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202522
January 202510
December 202415
November 202411
October 202414
September 202418
August 202413
July 20242
April 202412
March 20242

A total of 80 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 20253
December 202414
November 202415
October 202414
September 20248
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 84 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202514
January 20257
December 20247
November 20245
October 202411
September 202410
August 20246
May 20244
April 20249

A total of 20 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20244
August 20245
April 20242

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

High Crime Locations Woolwich Arsenal in March 2025

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

1. Wellington Street (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences7
Drugs1
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
3. Greens End (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting3
Drugs2
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
4. Parry Place (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences6
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
5. Thomas Street (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Theft from the person1
6. Anglesea Mews (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
Public order2
Other theft1
7. Woolwich New Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
8. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total8
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Love Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
Drugs1
Other theft1
10. Arthur Grove (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1

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