Crime Rate in Perry Vale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Perry Vale

The total recorded crimes in Perry Vale, Lewisham, UK in March 2025 are around 210 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Perry Vale crime rate of 2.18 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 Perry Vale, encompassing approximately 96,551 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (53) incidents (1.92% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (49) incidents (-9.26% decrease)
  • Other theft: (24) incidents (9.09% increase)
Perry Vale Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bell Green with total crimes: 48
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 36
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 18

How safe is Perry Vale?

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

  • Relative to Lewisham:

    • In 2024, Perry Vale reported a higher crime volume than the Lewisham average, with 1,599 crimes compared to 1,115. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Perry Vale witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Perry Vale experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lewisham average, with 2,661 crimes compared to 1,934. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Perry Vale witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Perry Vale Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Perry Vale has recorded 210 crimes with crime rate of 2.18 ranking 5th out of 18 in the Lewisham, UK

In 2024, the total Perry Vale crimes were 1,599. The crime rate of Perry Vale in 2024 was 16.56 (year) or 1.38 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Lewisham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Perry Vale were around 2,661 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.56 (year) or 2.30 (month) ranking 4 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
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
Lee Green102 18746 181,412 16
Evelyn113 16582 191,181 19

Perry Vale Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (53 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (49 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 54 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 52 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (58 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (50 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 65 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 33 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (65 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (50 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (72 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (40 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (62 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (49 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (70 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (45 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (44 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 508 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 56.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 72 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202553
February 202552
January 202550
December 202465
November 202465
October 202472
September 202462
August 202445
April 202444

A total of 442 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 49.11 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202549
February 202554
January 202558
December 202433
November 202450
October 202428
September 202449
August 202470
April 202451

A total of 113 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 14.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202527
January 202511
December 20248
November 202414
October 202417
September 202412
August 202414

A total of 98 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 10.89 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202521
January 202514
December 202414
November 202410
October 202412
September 20249
August 20243
April 20243

A total of 149 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 16.56 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202524
February 202522
January 202510
December 202411
November 202422
October 20249
September 202417
August 20242
April 202432

A total of 222 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 24.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202542
January 202510
December 202427
November 202430
October 202440
September 202427
August 20249
April 202425

A total of 48 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20257
December 202411
November 20248
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243
April 20243

A total of 117 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 13.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202512
January 20256
December 202432
November 202410
October 202415
September 202421
August 20247
April 20246

A total of 66 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 202513
December 20246
November 20244
October 202411
September 20245
August 20245
April 20247

A total of 88 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20259
January 20255
December 20248
November 202413
October 202411
September 202414
August 20244
April 20249

A total of 188 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 20.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202516
January 202536
December 202426
November 202421
October 202419
September 202433
August 20245
April 202422

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
September 20241
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
April 20244

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
April 20248

High Crime Locations Perry Vale in March 2025

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

1. Bell Green (Map)
Total48
Anti-social behaviour27
Other theft6
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson3
Drugs3
Shoplifting3
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total36
Anti-social behaviour12
Shoplifting9
Other theft6
Public order6
Robbery3
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total18
Other theft6
Theft from the person6
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Wynell Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Other crime1
5. Deans Gate Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
6. Inglemere Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
Public order1
7. Stanstead Road (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Woolstone Road (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Other theft1
9. Dillwyn Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Holmshaw Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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