Crime Rate in Telegraph Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Telegraph Hill

The total recorded crimes in Telegraph Hill, Lewisham, UK in March 2025 are around 87 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Telegraph Hill crime rate of 0.91 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 Telegraph Hill, encompassing approximately 95,808 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (-12.12% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (-6.25% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Telegraph Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 8
  • Turnham Road with total crimes: 7
  • Aldersford Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Telegraph Hill?

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

  • Relative to Lewisham:

    • In 2024, Telegraph Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewisham average, with 828 crimes compared to 1115.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Telegraph Hill recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Telegraph Hill had fewer crimes than the Lewisham average, with 1,441 crimes compared to 1,934. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Telegraph Hill recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Telegraph Hill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Telegraph Hill has recorded 87 crimes with crime rate of 0.91 ranking 19th out of 18 in the Lewisham, UK

In 2024, the total Telegraph Hill crimes were 828. The crime rate of Telegraph Hill in 2024 was 8.64 (year) or 0.72 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Lewisham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Telegraph Hill were around 1,441 crimes with yearly crime rate of 15.04 (year) or 1.25 (month) ranking 12 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
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

Telegraph Hill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (37 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (29 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 (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (23 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 288 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 28.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202529
February 202533
January 202527
December 202431
November 202434
October 202430
September 202437
August 202435
July 20241
April 202431

A total of 55 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.88 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202511
January 20259
December 20246
November 20249
October 20246
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20253
October 20241
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20257
December 20249
November 202411
October 202410
September 20249
August 20245

A total of 64 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.11 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 202510
December 20248
November 20248
October 202410
September 20249
August 20241
April 20247

A total of 88 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 9.78 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20259
January 202513
December 202412
November 202416
October 20246
September 202410
August 20241
April 202418

A total of 206 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 22.89 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202516
January 202520
December 202417
November 202425
October 202420
September 202441
August 202429
April 202423

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20257
January 20254
December 20245
November 20247
October 20245
September 20249
August 20241
April 20246

A total of 56 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.22 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20256
December 202411
November 202410
October 20248
September 20245
August 20244
April 20245

A total of 19 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
September 20243
August 20245
April 20241

A total of 40 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20247
November 20243
October 202418
September 20241
August 20246
April 20242

A total of 26 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20249
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
August 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Telegraph Hill in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Turnham Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Aldersford Close (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Kitto Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
5. Brockill Crescent (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Nash Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Billingford Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Lindo Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Vesta Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Troutbeck Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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