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Burglary Rates in Thamesmead East

Bexley, London, England

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

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Thamesmead East recorded 47 burglaries in the last 12 months. Burglary here is 20% below the UK average. A good alarm system helps keep it that way.

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Burglaries (12 months)

47

2.69 per 1,000 residents

UK average (per 1,000)

3.4

England & Wales

Total crimes (12 months)

1,756

100.4 per 1,000 residents

20% below the UK average49% below the London regional average

How does Thamesmead East rank?

Within Bexley

12 of 17 neighbourhoods

UK-wide safety percentile

50th percentile

Around the UK mid-range

Monthly burglary trend

2025-05 to 2026-04

2
5
2
3
3
6
7
2
5
7
3
2
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

Violence & Sexual
585
33%
Anti-social Behaviour
388
22%
Other Crime
362
21%
Vehicle Crime
215
12%
Drug Offences
83
5%
Burglary
47
3%
Shoplifting
30
2%
Robbery
28
2%
Theft from Person
18
1%

Property mix in Thamesmead East

Source: Census 2021 · 6,322 households

Detached 6%Semi-detached 15%Terraced 39%Flats 40%

The most common property type in Thamesmead East is Flats. Property type is one of the key factors that influences burglary risk.

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What this means for Thamesmead East homeowners

Most homes in Thamesmead East are flats, 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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