Crime in south croydon, croydon
Comprehensive safety analysis for south croydon, localized within croydon.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Junction Road Map | Shoplifting: 7Anti-social behaviour: 2Other theft: 1 | 10 |
| On or near Drovers Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 5 | 5 |
| On or near Muggeridge Close Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Drugs: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Churchill Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Robbery: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Avondale Road Map | Other theft: 2Criminal damage and arson: 2Drugs: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Bartlett Street Map | Drugs: 1Burglary: 1Other crime: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Petrol Station Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Harewood Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 4 | 4 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Public order: 2Robbery: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Dornton Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3 | 3 |
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Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB): Tackling drug taking, squatting, begging and ASB in public spaces.
Issued: 17 Feb 2026
Speeding and Vehicle offences - Our residents have told us that speeding is a problem within the side streets of the ward what run off the main roads.
Issued: 17 Feb 2026
Burglary
Residential and commercial burglaries have a significant impact on victims and the wider community, causing emotional distress, financial loss, and a sense of insecurity. Recent incidents and community feedback indicate burglary remains a concern in the ward.
Issued: 17 Feb 2026
Status Update
Conduct regular high-visibility patrols in burglary hotspot areas, especially during peak times (e.g. evenings and early mornings).
Work with local residents and Neighbourhood Watch groups to promote crime prevention advice, including securing homes, installing CCTV, and reporting suspicious activity.
Deliver burglary prevention leaflets and host pop-up crime prevention stalls at community hubs.
Identify and monitor known offenders and work with partners to disrupt criminal activity.
Collaborate with local housing associations and council teams to improve environmental design and security in vulnerable areas.
Actioned: 30 Jan 2026
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