Crime Rate in Ladywell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ladywell

The total recorded crimes in Ladywell, Lewisham, UK in March 2025 are around 144 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ladywell crime rate of 2.12 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (65) incidents (22.64% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (15) incidents (114.29% increase)
Ladywell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 41
  • Halesworth Road with total crimes: 16
  • Shell Road with total crimes: 7

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Ladywell has recorded 144 crimes with crime rate of 2.12 ranking 9th 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.

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
Downham147 81,128 82,111 7
Hither Green143 101,155 72,051 8
Sydenham154 71,059 101,806 9
Catford South127 131,096 91,805 10
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

Ladywell 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 (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).

July 2024 crime data shows Drugs saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

In June 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (65 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 158 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 20255
January 202521
December 202420
November 202419
October 202415
September 202425
August 202420
April 202413

A total of 76 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.44 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20257
January 20255
December 20248
November 202410
October 20249
September 202416
August 20245
April 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 52 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20251
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20249
September 202413
August 20242
April 20247

A total of 485 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 44.09 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 65 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202565
February 202553
January 202549
December 202458
November 202446
October 202446
September 202455
August 202445
July 20241
June 20242
April 202465

A total of 30 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

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

A total of 103 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202518
January 202511
December 202411
November 202413
October 202416
September 202413
August 20242
April 202410

A total of 42 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20249
November 20244
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242
April 20249

A total of 25 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 60 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 202511
December 20245
November 20248
October 20246
September 20244
August 20244
April 202413

A total of 69 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 202510
January 20256
December 202410
November 20249
October 20246
September 20249
August 202410
April 20244

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 16 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
April 20248

High Crime Locations Ladywell in March 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total41
Violence and sexual offences29
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order3
Drugs2
Other theft2
Theft from the person2
2. Halesworth Road (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other crime1
Theft from the person1
3. Shell Road (Map)
Total7
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Guyscliff Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
5. Claybank Grove (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Robbery1
6. Lion Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
Robbery1
7. Bertrand Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Foxborough Gardens (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Burglary1
Other theft1
9. Brookbank Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Campshill Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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