Crime Rate in Ladywell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ladywell

The total recorded crimes in Ladywell, Lewisham, UK in July 2025 are around 140 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ladywell crime rate of 2.06 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 Ladywell, encompassing approximately 67,851 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (51) incidents (-10.53% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (34) incidents (3.03% increase)
  • Other theft: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Ladywell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 51
  • Rushey Mead with total crimes: 7
  • Campshill Place with total crimes: 5

How safe is Ladywell?

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

  • Relative to Lewisham:

    • In 2024, Ladywell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewisham average, with 862 crimes compared to 1115.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ladywell recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 18 other areas in the Lewisham.

    • In 2023, Ladywell had fewer crimes than the Lewisham average, with 1,271 crimes compared to 1,934. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ladywell recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 18 other areas in the Lewisham.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ladywell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ladywell has recorded 140 crimes with crime rate of 2.06 ranking 13th out of 18 in the Lewisham, UK

In 2024, the total Ladywell crimes were 862. The crime rate of Ladywell in 2024 was 12.70 (year) or 1.06 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Lewisham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ladywell were around 1,271 crimes with yearly crime rate of 18.73 (year) or 1.56 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Lewisham.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ladywell)CrimesRank (Ladywell)CrimesRank (Ladywell)
Rushey Green351 12,002 13,346 1
Brockley273 31,616 33,087 2
Lewisham Central221 61,653 22,304 5
Blackheath277 21,231 62,180 6
Deptford228 51,613 42,934 3
Perry Vale250 41,599 52,661 4
Downham166 81,128 82,111 7
Hither Green159 91,155 72,051 8
Sydenham190 71,059 101,806 9
Catford South145 101,096 91,805 10
Bellingham140 12825 141,628 11
Evelyn141 11582 191,181 19
Telegraph Hill123 16828 131,441 12
New Cross Gate96 19841 121,424 15
Crofton Park125 15802 151,436 13
Forest Hill133 14785 161,435 14
Lee Green112 18746 181,412 16
Grove Park120 17759 171,232 18

Ladywell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (57 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (33 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (66 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (17 incidents) also being high.

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 (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (49 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 58 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (55 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 254 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202534
June 202533
May 202527
April 202515
March 202520
February 20255
January 202521
December 202420
November 202419
October 202415
September 202425
August 202420

A total of 638 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 53.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202551
June 202557
May 202547
April 202566
March 202565
February 202553
January 202549
December 202458
November 202446
October 202446
September 202455
August 202445

A total of 135 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20259
May 202515
April 20259
March 20259
February 202518
January 202511
December 202411
November 202413
October 202416
September 202413
August 20242

A total of 114 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202512
May 202512
April 202517
March 20255
February 202510
January 20256
December 202410
November 20249
October 20246
September 20249
August 202410

A total of 108 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202510
May 20251
April 202513
March 202515
February 20257
January 20255
December 20248
November 202410
October 20249
September 202416
August 20245

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 73 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 20254
April 202510
March 20256
February 20253
January 202511
December 20245
November 20248
October 20246
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 50 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
May 20259
April 20255
March 20259
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 30 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20246
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 61 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20253
April 20255
March 20257
February 20251
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20249
September 202413
August 20242

A total of 44 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20249
November 20244
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Ladywell in July 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total51
Violence and sexual offences28
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft6
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary2
Theft from the person2
Bicycle theft1
2. Rushey Mead (Map)
Total7
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
3. Campshill Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Greatfield Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
5. St Margaret'S Square (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
6. Nuding Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
7. Claybank Grove (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
8. Malyons Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
9. Foxborough Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ladywell Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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