Crime in Barnehurst: statistics, rates and trends
449 crimes were recorded in Barnehurst in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Barnehurst at a glance
- Crime trends in Barnehurst
- Types of crime in Barnehurst
- Barnehurst compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Barnehurst
- What happened after crimes were reported in Barnehurst
- Population and deprivation in Barnehurst
- Questions about crime in Barnehurst
- About this data
449 crimes were recorded in Barnehurst in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 1% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 186 reports (41% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Barnehurst has the 3,232nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Barnehurst | Bexley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 449 | 20,071 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 45.4 | 78.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 9,884 | 256,434 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Barnehurst was highest in the year to July 2020 (603 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (443). Over the whole period it fell 0%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 449 | 45.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 443 | 44.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 482 | 48.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 486 | 49.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 527 | 53.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 586 | 59.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 603 | 61.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 594 | 60.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 449 | 45.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 33 |
| June 2026 | 42 |
| May 2026 | 31 |
| April 2026 | 43 |
| March 2026 | 30 |
| February 2026 | 37 |
| January 2026 | 40 |
| December 2025 | 33 |
| November 2025 | 35 |
| October 2025 | 41 |
| September 2025 | 38 |
| August 2025 | 46 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Barnehurst over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+16%). The largest falls were in drugs (-68%) and vehicle crime (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 186 | 18.8 | 0.55 | +16% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 81 | 8.2 | 0.53 | -2% |
| Vehicle crime | 43 | 4.4 | 0.88 | -19% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 30 | 3.0 | 0.45 | -6% |
| Other theft | 28 | 2.8 | 0.44 | -3% |
| Public order | 28 | 2.8 | 0.43 | +47% |
| Burglary | 21 | 2.1 | 0.60 | +62% |
| Drugs | 7 | 0.7 | 0.22 | -68% |
| Other crime | 7 | 0.7 | 0.34 | -46% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.6 | 0.45 | -14% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 0.5 | 0.06 | +25% |
| Theft from the person | 4 | 0.4 | 0.24 | -20% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.21 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.12 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Barnehurst
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Barnehurst recorded 186 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 41.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Barnehurst
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Barnehurst recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 18.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Barnehurst
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Barnehurst recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 9.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Barnehurst
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Barnehurst recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Barnehurst
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Barnehurst recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Barnehurst
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Barnehurst recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 47% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Barnehurst
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Barnehurst recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 62% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Barnehurst
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Barnehurst recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 68% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Barnehurst
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Barnehurst recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Barnehurst
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Barnehurst recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Barnehurst
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Barnehurst recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Barnehurst
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Barnehurst recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Barnehurst
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Barnehurst recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Barnehurst
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Barnehurst recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Barnehurst, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Barnehurst.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Barnehurst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northumberland Heath | 797 | 69.6 | +53% |
| Slade Green & Northend | 1,457 | 98.7 | +117% |
| Erith | 1,988 | 117.3 | +158% |
| Bexleyheath | 2,432 | 147.8 | +225% |
| Crayford | 1,499 | 88.7 | +95% |
| Crook Log | 1,161 | 66.2 | +46% |
| Belvedere | 1,757 | 96.7 | +113% |
| West Heath | 693 | 48.2 | +6% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Barnehurst over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near A220 | 25 |
| On or near Venners Close | 21 |
| On or near Chiltern Close | 17 |
| On or near Colyers Lane | 17 |
| On or near Old Manor Way | 17 |
| On or near Midfield Parade | 15 |
| On or near Fairford Avenue | 14 |
| On or near Hurstwood Avenue | 14 |
| On or near Pear Tree Close | 14 |
| On or near Windermere Road | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Barnehurst over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 139 | 31.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 130 | 29.0% |
| Not recorded | 81 | 18.0% |
| Under investigation | 37 | 8.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 28 | 6.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 19 | 4.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 1.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 1.1% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Barnehurst has an estimated population of 9,884. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Barnehurst sits in decile 7.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Barnehurst |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 77.7% |
| Social rented homes | 12.0% |
| Private rented homes | 10.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.3 |
Is Barnehurst a safe place to live?
Barnehurst recorded 45.4 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Barnehurst?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 186 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (81).
Is crime in Barnehurst going up or down?
Recorded crime in Barnehurst was up 1% on the year before: 449 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 443 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Barnehurst?
Barnehurst is policed by Metropolitan Police. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Barnehurst. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.