Crime Rate in Downham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Downham

The total recorded crimes in Downham, Lewisham, UK in March 2025 are around 147 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Downham crime rate of 1.84 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (52) incidents (36.84% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (-23.08% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (16) incidents (100.00% increase)
Downham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Camlan Road with total crimes: 9
  • Woodbury Gardens with total crimes: 8
  • Hildenborough 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Downham has recorded 147 crimes with crime rate of 1.84 ranking 8th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lewisham)CrimesRank (Lewisham)CrimesRank (Lewisham)
Rushey Green279 12,002 13,346 1
Brockley247 21,616 33,087 2
Lewisham Central210 41,653 22,304 5
Deptford236 31,613 42,934 3
Perry Vale210 51,599 52,661 4
Blackheath178 61,231 62,180 6
Hither Green143 101,155 72,051 8
Sydenham154 71,059 101,806 9
Catford South127 131,096 91,805 10
Ladywell144 9862 111,271 17
Bellingham117 15825 141,628 11
Grove Park139 11759 171,232 18
Telegraph Hill87 19828 131,441 12
New Cross Gate119 14841 121,424 15
Crofton Park129 12802 151,436 13
Forest Hill107 17785 161,435 14
Lee Green102 18746 181,412 16
Evelyn113 16582 191,181 19

Downham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (59 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (31 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 140 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.56 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202516
January 202523
December 202415
November 202423
October 202411
September 202411
August 20247
April 202420

A total of 267 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 29.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202526
January 202534
December 202424
November 202437
October 202432
September 202433
August 202430
April 202431

A total of 58 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

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

A total of 441 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 40.09 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 59 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202552
February 202538
January 202553
December 202449
November 202451
October 202444
September 202457
August 202436
July 20241
May 20241
April 202459

A total of 35 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20258
December 20241
November 20246
October 20245
September 20241
August 20246
April 20243

A total of 105 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 20258
January 202511
December 202417
November 202412
October 20249
September 202412
August 20249
July 20241
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 85 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.44 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202513
January 202514
December 202410
November 202411
October 202412
September 20249
August 20241
April 20245

A total of 92 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.22 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

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

A total of 93 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.30 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20257
January 202514
December 20249
November 20246
October 20247
September 202415
August 20249
May 20241
April 202414

A total of 30 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 48 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 202511
January 20254
December 20242
November 20246
October 202414
September 20246
April 20244

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242
April 20242

High Crime Locations Downham in March 2025

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

1. Camlan Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
2. Woodbury Gardens (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Hildenborough Gardens (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
4. Nubia Way (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Capstone Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
6. Beckenham Hill (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Other theft1
7. Ladbrook Close (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime4
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bedivere Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery1
9. Galahad Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other theft1

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