Crime Rate in Lee Green: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lee Green

The total recorded crimes in Lee Green, Lewisham, UK in March 2025 are around 102 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lee Green crime rate of 1.57 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 Lee Green, encompassing approximately 64,811 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (33) incidents (135.71% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (-21.43% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (13) incidents (85.71% increase)
Lee Green Crime Hotspots

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

  • Manor Lane with total crimes: 6
  • Thornwood Road with total crimes: 5
  • Osberton Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Lee Green?

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

  • Relative to Lewisham:

    • In 2024, Lee Green demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewisham average, with 746 crimes compared to 1115.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lee Green recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lee Green had fewer crimes than the Lewisham average, with 1,412 crimes compared to 1,934. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lee Green recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lee Green Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lee Green has recorded 102 crimes with crime rate of 1.57 ranking 18th out of 18 in the Lewisham, UK

In 2024, the total Lee Green crimes were 746. The crime rate of Lee Green in 2024 was 11.51 (year) or 0.96 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Lewisham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lee Green were around 1,412 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.79 (year) or 1.82 (month) ranking 16 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
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
Evelyn113 16582 191,181 19

Lee Green Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (33 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (25 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 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 Anti-social behaviour (48 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

In July 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 209 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 23.22 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202533
February 202514
January 202525
December 202412
November 202417
October 202420
September 202425
August 202448
April 202415

A total of 66 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 202512
January 20255
December 202410
November 202411
October 20246
September 20249
August 20244
April 20245

A total of 216 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 21.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202528
January 202522
December 202429
November 202418
October 202419
September 202426
August 202425
July 20241
April 202426

A total of 85 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20257
January 202510
December 202410
November 20249
October 202412
September 202412
August 20242
April 202410

A total of 63 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.88 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20257
January 202510
December 202411
November 20244
October 20249
September 202411
August 20243

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.78 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242
April 20246

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20256
December 20245
November 20247
October 20247
August 20248
April 20245

A total of 80 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 202514
December 20249
November 202413
October 202410
September 202414
August 20245
April 20246

A total of 39 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.88 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20254
December 20245
November 20246
October 20243
September 202410
August 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 45 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20258
December 20244
November 20243
October 20245
September 20249
April 20246

A total of 28 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20244
October 20249
September 20243
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
April 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Lee Green in March 2025

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

1. Manor Lane (Map)
Total6
Vehicle crime4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
2. Thornwood Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
3. Osberton Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour5
4. Weardale Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
5. Micheldever Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
6. Manor Park (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
7. Anne Compton Mews (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Hither Green (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Burnt Ash Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Leahurst Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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