Crime Rate in Downham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Downham

The total recorded crimes in Downham, Lewisham, UK in May 2025 are around 157 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Downham crime rate of 1.97 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 Downham, encompassing approximately 79,876 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (54) incidents (1.89% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (28) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (-44.12% decrease)
Downham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Camlan Road with total crimes: 10
  • Beckenham Hill with total crimes: 8
  • Woodbury Gardens with total crimes: 7

How safe is Downham?

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

  • Relative to Lewisham:

    • In 2024, Downham reported a higher crime volume than the Lewisham average, with 1,128 crimes compared to 1,115. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Downham witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 18 other areas in the Lewisham.

    • In 2023, Downham experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lewisham average, with 2,111 crimes compared to 1,934. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Downham witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 18 other areas in the Lewisham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lewisham, Downham has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Downham Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Downham has recorded 157 crimes with crime rate of 1.97 ranking 10th out of 18 in the Lewisham, UK

In 2024, the total Downham crimes were 1,128. The crime rate of Downham in 2024 was 14.12 (year) or 1.18 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Lewisham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Downham were around 2,111 crimes with yearly crime rate of 26.43 (year) or 2.20 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Lewisham.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Downham)CrimesRank (Downham)CrimesRank (Downham)
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
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
Bellingham124 14825 141,628 11
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

Downham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (53 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (34 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (52 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 38 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (53 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (34 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 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (37 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (32 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (33 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Theft from the person was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

In May 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Possession of weapons also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 168 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.80 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202528
April 202520
March 202514
February 202516
January 202523
December 202415
November 202423
October 202411
September 202411
August 20247

A total of 289 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.90 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 202534
March 202520
February 202526
January 202534
December 202424
November 202437
October 202432
September 202433
August 202430

A total of 109 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.91 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202516
March 202511
February 20257
January 202514
December 20249
November 20246
October 20247
September 202415
August 20249
May 20241

A total of 489 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 40.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 57 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202554
April 202553
March 202552
February 202538
January 202553
December 202449
November 202451
October 202444
September 202457
August 202436
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 41 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
January 20258
December 20241
November 20246
October 20245
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 104 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202510
March 202510
February 202514
January 202513
December 202411
November 20248
October 20249
September 202410
August 20248

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20257
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 63 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 202510
February 20252
January 20254
December 20248
November 20248
October 20249
September 20247
August 20245

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 98 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 20257
March 202510
February 202513
January 202514
December 202410
November 202411
October 202412
September 20249
August 20241

A total of 50 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 202511
January 20254
December 20242
November 20246
October 202414
September 20246

A total of 29 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20255
December 20247
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20246
July 20241

A total of 114 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 202514
March 202516
February 20258
January 202511
December 202417
November 202412
October 20249
September 202412
August 20249
July 20241
May 20244

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242

High Crime Locations Downham in May 2025

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

1. Camlan Road (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Robbery1
2. Beckenham Hill (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
3. Woodbury Gardens (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
4. Benbury Close (Map)
Total6
Vehicle crime5
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Old Bromley Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime2
Public order1
6. Launcelot Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
7. Ravenscar Road (Map)
Total5
Drugs3
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Tristram Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
9. Jennifer Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
10. Reigate Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1

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