Crime in Camberwell Green: statistics, rates and trends
2,305 crimes were recorded in Camberwell Green in the 12 months to July 2026, 148.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Camberwell Green at a glance
- Crime trends in Camberwell Green
- Types of crime in Camberwell Green
- Camberwell Green compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Camberwell Green
- What happened after crimes were reported in Camberwell Green
- Population and deprivation in Camberwell Green
- Questions about crime in Camberwell Green
- About this data
2,305 crimes were recorded in Camberwell Green in the 12 months to July 2026, 148.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 581 reports (25% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Camberwell Green has the 437th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Camberwell Green | Southwark | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 2,305 | 49,003 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 148.8 | 155.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 15,492 | 314,786 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Camberwell Green was highest in the year to July 2025 (2,469 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,926). Over the whole period it rose 2%, 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 | 2,305 | 148.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 2,469 | 159.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,279 | 147.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 2,225 | 143.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,926 | 124.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,077 | 134.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,175 | 140.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 2,272 | 146.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,269 | 146.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 217 |
| June 2026 | 213 |
| May 2026 | 262 |
| April 2026 | 201 |
| March 2026 | 150 |
| February 2026 | 160 |
| January 2026 | 170 |
| December 2025 | 182 |
| November 2025 | 165 |
| October 2025 | 203 |
| September 2025 | 199 |
| August 2025 | 183 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Camberwell Green 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. Rates were well above the national level for anti-social behaviour, other theft, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in drugs (+26%) and anti-social behaviour (+12%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-57%) and criminal damage and arson (-27%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 581 | 37.5 | 1.10 | +6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 532 | 34.3 | 2.24 | +12% |
| Other theft | 192 | 12.4 | 1.94 | -1% |
| Theft from the person | 176 | 11.4 | 6.73 | +2% |
| Shoplifting | 169 | 10.9 | 1.32 | -57% |
| Public order | 113 | 7.3 | 1.10 | -4% |
| Burglary | 108 | 7.0 | 1.97 | +9% |
| Drugs | 106 | 6.8 | 2.09 | +26% |
| Vehicle crime | 104 | 6.7 | 1.36 | -6% |
| Robbery | 74 | 4.8 | 3.54 | -20% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 70 | 4.5 | 0.67 | -27% |
| Bicycle theft | 47 | 3.0 | 3.69 | -6% |
| Other crime | 19 | 1.2 | 0.58 | -5% |
| Possession of weapons | 14 | 0.9 | 0.93 | +27% |
Violence and sexual offences in Camberwell Green
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Camberwell Green recorded 581 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (37.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 25.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Camberwell Green
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Camberwell Green recorded 532 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 23.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Camberwell Green
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Camberwell Green recorded 192 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 1% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Camberwell Green
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Camberwell Green recorded 176 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Camberwell Green
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Camberwell Green recorded 169 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 57% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Camberwell Green
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Camberwell Green recorded 113 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Camberwell Green
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Camberwell Green recorded 108 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Camberwell Green
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Camberwell Green recorded 106 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Camberwell Green
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Camberwell Green recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Camberwell Green
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Camberwell Green recorded 74 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Camberwell Green
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Camberwell Green recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Camberwell Green
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Camberwell Green recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Camberwell Green
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Camberwell Green recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Camberwell Green
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Camberwell Green recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Camberwell Green, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Camberwell Green.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Camberwell Green |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles | 1,618 | 113.3 | -24% |
| Newington | 2,495 | 155.6 | +5% |
| Faraday | 3,079 | 210.6 | +42% |
| Peckham | 1,959 | 130.5 | -12% |
| Champion Hill | 574 | 66.5 | -55% |
| North Walworth | 3,035 | 222.2 | +49% |
| Rye Lane | 3,799 | 198.0 | +33% |
| Old Kent Road | 2,312 | 143.7 | -3% |
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 Camberwell Green over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Camberwell Road | 179 |
| On or near Supermarket | 164 |
| On or near Wren Road | 153 |
| On or near Tillings Close | 125 |
| On or near Lowth Road | 102 |
| On or near Artichoke Place | 87 |
| On or near Camberwell Green | 85 |
| On or near Owgan Close | 84 |
| On or near Scena Way | 62 |
| On or near Station Terrace | 60 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Camberwell Green 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 922 | 40.0% |
| Not recorded | 532 | 23.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 457 | 19.8% |
| Under investigation | 148 | 6.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 95 | 4.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 80 | 3.5% |
| Local resolution | 34 | 1.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 15 | 0.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 14 | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 2 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
Camberwell Green has an estimated population of 15,492. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Camberwell Green sits in decile 3.2, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Camberwell Green |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 73.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 25.7% |
| Social rented homes | 53.2% |
| Private rented homes | 20.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.2 |
Is Camberwell Green a safe place to live?
Camberwell Green recorded 148.8 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher 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 Camberwell Green?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 581 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (532).
Is crime in Camberwell Green going up or down?
Recorded crime in Camberwell Green was down 7% on the year before: 2,305 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 2,469 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Camberwell Green?
Camberwell Green 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 Camberwell Green. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.