Crime in South Norwood, Croydon
Comprehensive safety analysis for South Norwood, localized within Croydon.
Total Crimes
Annual Crime Rate
Safety Rating
High RiskTotal Population
12-Month Crime Trend
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket Map | Shoplifting: 11Public order: 3Possession of weapons: 1 | 15 |
| On or near Eldon Park Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3Violence and sexual offences: 3Burglary: 1 | 8 |
| On or near Belgrave Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 5Drugs: 2 | 7 |
| On or near Petrol Station Map | Shoplifting: 3Other theft: 2 | 5 |
| On or near Supermarket Map | Violence and sexual offences: 4Robbery: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Conference/Exhibition Centre Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3Burglary: 1 | 4 |
| On or near Sangley Road Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Howden Road Map | Drugs: 3 | 3 |
| On or near Walter'S Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Burglary: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Whitworth Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 3 | 3 |
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Local Priorities
VAWG (Violence Against Women & Girls)
Issued: 23 Feb 2026
Status Update
- Evening crime prevention safety walks,
- Streetsafe pavement stencils and local business safety zones, advertised for awareness,
- School talks for prevention and awareness.
Actioned: 23 Aug 2026
Motor Vehicle Crime
Issued: 23 Feb 2026
Status Update
- Hotspot patrols,
- Catalytic converter marking sessions,
- Disabled badge theft prevention awareness.
Actioned: 23 Aug 2026
Drug-related ASB (Anti-Social Behaviour)
Issued: 23 Feb 2026
Status Update
- Drug hotspot patrols,
- Proactive motor vehicle operations,
- Targeting drug offenders, i.e. warrants.
Actioned: 23 Aug 2026
Shoplifting
Issued: 23 Feb 2026
Status Update
- Building professional relationships with local businesses,
- Targeting local habitual offenders,
- Multi-agency operations and visibility for prevention.
Actioned: 23 Aug 2026
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