Crime in Waterloo & South Bank, Lambeth
Comprehensive safety analysis for Waterloo & South Bank, localized within Lambeth.
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Hospital Map | Violence and sexual offences: 29Other theft: 14Anti-social behaviour: 8 | 73 |
| On or near Pratt Walk Map | Anti-social behaviour: 10Violence and sexual offences: 8Other theft: 4 | 23 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Other theft: 9Theft from the person: 5Criminal damage and arson: 4 | 22 |
| On or near Theatre/Concert Hall Map | Theft from the person: 13Other theft: 7Other crime: 1 | 21 |
| On or near Waterloo Map | Shoplifting: 17Burglary: 1 | 18 |
| On or near Pear Place Map | Shoplifting: 6Public order: 4Other crime: 1 | 11 |
| On or near London Waterloo Map | Theft from the person: 11 | 11 |
| On or near Ferry Terminal Map | Other theft: 5Violence and sexual offences: 5 | 10 |
| On or near Addington Street Map | Anti-social behaviour: 9 | 9 |
| On or near Further/Higher Educational Building Map | Theft from the person: 9 | 9 |
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Robberies and Thefts.
The local community has raised the issue of robberies and thefts across the area in particular the area surrounding Waterloo Train station. These offences consist of two wheel enabled phones snatches, bag thefts and retail thefts
Issued: 11 May 2026
Status Update
Hotspot patrols – uniform and plain clothes in key streets/times.
Crime prevention – leaflets, door knocks, social media, and target-hardening advice.
Partnerships – work with partners to target harden key locations
Offender focus – gather intelligence, target repeat/prolific suspects.
Community engagement – drop-ins, updates, encourage reporting.
Review & adapt – monitor crime trends and adjust patrols accordingly.
Actioned: 11 May 2026
Violence against Women and Girls- Street Harassment
The area is an area with a heavy footfall of tourists and has a successful Night Time Economy. The community has raised concerns regarding of women and girls in area in particular in the night time economy were they are frequently harassed by male who are often under the influence of alcohol.
Issued: 11 May 2026
Status Update
Hotspot patrols – uniform and plain clothes in key streets/times.
Crime prevention – leaflets, door knocks, social media, and target-hardening advice.
Partnerships – work with partners to target harden key locations
Offender focus – gather intelligence, target repeat/prolific suspects.
Community engagement – drop-ins, updates, encourage reporting.
Review & adapt – monitor crime trends and adjust patrols accordingly.
Actioned: 11 May 2026
ASB- Vehicle related
Concern regarding Anti-Social Behaviour across the area, with a focus on illegal and dangerous vehicles
Issued: 11 May 2026
Status Update
Hotspot patrols – uniform and plain clothes in key streets/times.
Crime prevention – leaflets, door knocks, social media, and target-hardening advice.
Partnerships – work with partners to target harden key locations
Offender focus – gather intelligence, target repeat/prolific suspects.
Community engagement – drop-ins, updates, encourage reporting.
Review & adapt – monitor crime trends and adjust patrols accordingly.
Actioned: 11 May 2026
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