Crime Rate in Bellingham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bellingham

The total recorded crimes in Bellingham, Lewisham, UK in May 2025 are around 124 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bellingham crime rate of 3.63 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 Bellingham, encompassing approximately 34,163 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (46) incidents (70.37% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (29) incidents (45.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (14) incidents (27.27% increase)
Bellingham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Marton Close with total crimes: 9
  • Playgreen Way with total crimes: 8
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6

How safe is Bellingham?

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

  • Relative to Lewisham:

    • In 2024, Bellingham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewisham average, with 825 crimes compared to 1115.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bellingham recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 18 other areas in the Lewisham.

    • In 2023, Bellingham had fewer crimes than the Lewisham average, with 1,628 crimes compared to 1,934. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bellingham recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 18 other areas in the Lewisham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lewisham, Bellingham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bellingham Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Bellingham has recorded 124 crimes with crime rate of 0.73 ranking 14th out of 18 in the Lewisham, UK

In 2024, the total Bellingham crimes were 825. The crime rate of Bellingham in 2024 was 24.15 (year) or 2.01 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Lewisham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bellingham were around 1,628 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.65 (year) or 3.97 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Lewisham.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bellingham)CrimesRank (Bellingham)CrimesRank (Bellingham)
Rushey Green293 12,002 13,346 1
Brockley251 21,616 33,087 2
Lewisham Central233 41,653 22,304 5
Deptford246 31,613 42,934 3
Perry Vale229 51,599 52,661 4
Blackheath204 61,231 62,180 6
Downham157 101,128 82,111 7
Hither Green170 81,155 72,051 8
Sydenham170 71,059 101,806 9
Catford South151 111,096 91,805 10
Evelyn159 9582 191,181 19
Ladywell128 13862 111,271 17
Telegraph Hill108 16828 131,441 12
New Cross Gate102 19841 121,424 15
Lee Green136 12746 181,412 16
Crofton Park104 18802 151,436 13
Forest Hill104 17785 161,435 14
Grove Park117 15759 171,232 18

Bellingham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (44 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (32 incidents).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 31 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
November 20242
October 20247
September 20242
August 20247

A total of 80 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.27 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 202512
February 20256
January 20256
December 20248
November 20249
October 202410
September 20245
August 202413
July 20241

A total of 142 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 14.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202511
March 20257
February 202517
January 202519
December 202417
November 202418
October 202414
September 202419
August 20246

A total of 373 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 37.30 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202546
April 202527
March 202540
February 202530
January 202537
December 202440
November 202433
October 202441
September 202435
August 202444

A total of 217 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 21.70 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202529
April 202520
March 202524
February 202514
January 202522
December 202415
November 202413
October 202419
September 202429
August 202432

A total of 20 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 76 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20258
March 20258
February 202510
January 202512
December 20248
November 20245
October 20249
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 75 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202515
March 20254
February 20257
January 20257
December 20247
November 20244
October 20247
September 202410
August 20247

A total of 19 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20255
March 20258
February 20251
January 20256
December 20246
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20257
March 20256
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20248
October 20245
September 20249
August 20248

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20254
February 20255
December 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Bellingham in May 2025

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

1. Marton Close (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft2
Vehicle crime1
2. Playgreen Way (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Robbery2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Fambridge Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Arnulf Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime1
6. Oslac Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
7. Worsley Bridge Road (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bell Green Lane (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Winchfield Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Knapmill Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Theft from the person1

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