Crime Rate in Rotherhithe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rotherhithe

The total recorded crimes in Rotherhithe, Southwark, UK in July 2025 are around 222 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rotherhithe crime rate of 2.14 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 Rotherhithe, encompassing approximately 103,598 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (58) incidents (23.40% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (50) incidents (56.25% increase)
  • Theft from the person: (36) incidents (2.86% increase)
Rotherhithe Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bus/Coach Station with total crimes: 11
  • Cope Street with total crimes: 11
  • Corbett'S Lane with total crimes: 10

How safe is Rotherhithe?

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

  • Relative to Southwark:

    • In 2024, Rotherhithe reported a higher crime volume than the Southwark average, with 1,364 crimes compared to 1,298. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Rotherhithe witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 22 other areas in the Southwark.

    • In 2023, Rotherhithe experienced a greater number of crimes than the Southwark average, with 2,618 crimes compared to 2,014. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Rotherhithe witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 22 other areas in the Southwark.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Southwark, Rotherhithe has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Rotherhithe Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rotherhithe has recorded 222 crimes with crime rate of 2.14 ranking 9th out of 22 in the Southwark, UK

In 2024, the total Rotherhithe crimes were 1,364. The crime rate of Rotherhithe in 2024 was 13.17 (year) or 1.10 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Southwark.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rotherhithe were around 2,618 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.27 (year) or 2.11 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Southwark.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rotherhithe)CrimesRank (Rotherhithe)CrimesRank (Rotherhithe)
Borough & Bankside461 13,133 15,006 1
London Bridge & West Bermondsey319 32,597 23,734 2
Rye Lane398 22,547 33,595 3
Chaucer276 51,808 52,893 4
North Walworth280 41,809 42,121 9
Old Kent Road253 61,714 72,785 5
Newington235 81,801 61,954 11
North Bermondsey211 111,393 82,394 7
Faraday243 71,289 111,826 12
Camberwell Green215 101,342 102,211 8
South Bermondsey185 131,197 122,092 10
Peckham193 12960 151,292 16
Nunhead & Queen's Road153 151,047 131,662 13
St George's160 14971 141,545 14
Dulwich Wood103 19735 181,374 15
St Giles144 16820 161,258 17
Champion Hill83 21740 171,207 18
Dulwich Village109 17668 191,133 21
Goose Green104 18663 201,140 20
Surrey Docks76 22549 211,183 19
Dulwich Hill93 20436 22776 22
Peckham Rye58 23267 23513 23

Rotherhithe Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 58 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 50 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (47 reports) and Theft from the person incidents were also notably high (35 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Theft from the person also remained a significant concern (41 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (37 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (35 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Theft from the person was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 31 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 316 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 35.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202550
June 202532
May 202535
April 202538
March 202538
February 202526
January 202533
December 202431
November 202433

A total of 355 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 39.44 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202558
June 202547
May 202555
April 202537
March 202535
February 202521
January 202530
December 202444
November 202428

A total of 259 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 28.78 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202536
June 202535
May 202541
April 202521
March 202534
February 202524
January 202524
December 202422
November 202422

A total of 147 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 16.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202515
May 202518
April 202517
March 20258
February 202523
January 202516
December 202422
November 202417

A total of 74 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20258
May 202511
April 20258
March 202515
February 20254
January 20255
December 20242
November 202410

A total of 78 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20255
May 202513
April 20257
March 20258
February 202511
January 20257
December 202414
November 20244

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.56 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20255
April 20258
March 20255
February 202515
January 20251
December 20244
November 20244

A total of 84 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20259
May 20256
April 202515
March 202511
February 20254
January 202510
December 202413
November 20248

A total of 63 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20257
May 20258
April 20254
March 20257
February 20255
January 20255
December 20249
November 20247

A total of 38 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.22 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20252
April 20254
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20249

A total of 70 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.78 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20259
February 202514
January 20258
December 20248
November 202410

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
April 20258
March 20256
February 20259
January 202513
December 202410
November 202412

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20253
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
December 20242
November 20242

High Crime Locations Rotherhithe in July 2025

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

1. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting3
Other theft2
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Cope Street (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Theft from the person2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Robbery1
3. Corbett'S Lane (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime2
4. St Marychurch Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Canada Water (Map)
Total7
Theft from the person4
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Maritime Street (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour5
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Gomm Road (Map)
Total7
Bicycle theft2
Theft from the person2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Luxford Street (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Surrey Quays (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Robbery2
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Trident Street (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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