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Burglary Rates in Crayford

Bexley, London, England

Data: 2025-05 to 2026-04 · Source: data.police.uk

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Crayford recorded 43 burglaries in the last 12 months. Burglary here is 40% below the UK average. A good alarm system helps keep it that way.

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Burglaries (12 months)

43

2.02 per 1,000 residents

UK average (per 1,000)

3.4

England & Wales

Total crimes (12 months)

1,921

90.3 per 1,000 residents

40% below the UK average62% below the London regional average

How does Crayford rank?

Within Bexley

16 of 17 neighbourhoods

UK-wide safety percentile

34th percentile

Around the UK mid-range

Monthly burglary trend

2025-05 to 2026-04

2
3
4
6
2
7
2
2
5
6
4
May 25
Jun 25
Jul 25
Aug 25
Sept 25
Oct 25
Nov 25
Dec 25
Jan 26
Feb 26
Mar 26
Apr 26

Crime breakdown

2025-05 to 2026-04

Other Crime
587
31%
Violence & Sexual
541
28%
Anti-social Behaviour
365
19%
Vehicle Crime
140
7%
Shoplifting
113
6%
Drug Offences
81
4%
Burglary
43
2%
Robbery
35
2%
Theft from Person
16
1%

Property mix in Crayford

Source: Census 2021 · 8,401 households

Detached 5%Semi-detached 45%Terraced 24%Flats 26%

The most common property type in Crayford is Semi-detached. Property type is one of the key factors that influences burglary risk.

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What this means for Crayford homeowners

Most homes in Crayford are semi-detached, which influences where a burglar is most likely to try. Based on the local burglary rate and property mix, homeowners here may want to prioritise:

  • A visible external bell box to deter opportunists
  • Door contacts on all main entry doors
  • Window sensors on accessible ground-floor and rear windows
  • Smart motion detection for hallways and main living areas
  • A video doorbell or CCTV on entry points
  • App alerts so you know the moment a sensor is triggered
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Crime data from data.police.uk. Population and household data from Census 2021. Mid-2024 ONS population estimates used where applicable. Data covers 2025-05 to 2026-04.

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