Crime in Chislehurst: statistics, rates and trends
1,056 crimes were recorded in Chislehurst in the 12 months to July 2026, 65.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Chislehurst at a glance
- Crime trends in Chislehurst
- Types of crime in Chislehurst
- Chislehurst compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Chislehurst
- What happened after crimes were reported in Chislehurst
- Population and deprivation in Chislehurst
- Questions about crime in Chislehurst
- About this data
1,056 crimes were recorded in Chislehurst in the 12 months to July 2026, 65.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 253 reports (24% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Chislehurst has the 2,418th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Chislehurst | Bromley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,056 | 29,229 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 65.3 | 87.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 16,175 | 335,319 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Chislehurst was highest in the year to July 2018 (1,330 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (965). Over the whole period it fell 21%, 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 | 1,056 | 65.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 981 | 60.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 965 | 59.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 971 | 60.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,076 | 66.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,220 | 75.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,245 | 77.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,176 | 72.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,330 | 82.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 129 |
| June 2026 | 77 |
| May 2026 | 116 |
| April 2026 | 76 |
| March 2026 | 115 |
| February 2026 | 71 |
| January 2026 | 79 |
| December 2025 | 67 |
| November 2025 | 81 |
| October 2025 | 89 |
| September 2025 | 81 |
| August 2025 | 75 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Chislehurst 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 vehicle crime, robbery.
The largest increases were in public order (+52%) and vehicle crime (+47%). The largest falls were in theft from the person (-57%) and burglary (-24%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 253 | 15.6 | 0.46 | +0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 179 | 11.1 | 0.72 | +5% |
| Vehicle crime | 179 | 11.1 | 2.25 | +47% |
| Shoplifting | 97 | 6.0 | 0.72 | +4% |
| Public order | 73 | 4.5 | 0.68 | +52% |
| Burglary | 71 | 4.4 | 1.24 | -24% |
| Other theft | 64 | 4.0 | 0.62 | +5% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 49 | 3.0 | 0.45 | -16% |
| Drugs | 29 | 1.8 | 0.55 | +21% |
| Robbery | 29 | 1.8 | 1.33 | +93% |
| Other crime | 11 | 0.7 | 0.32 | -31% |
| Theft from the person | 9 | 0.6 | 0.33 | -57% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.4 | 0.45 | +250% |
| Bicycle theft | 6 | 0.4 | 0.45 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Chislehurst
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Chislehurst recorded 253 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 24.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Chislehurst
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Chislehurst recorded 179 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 17.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Chislehurst
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Chislehurst recorded 179 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 47% on the year before. It made up 17.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Chislehurst
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Chislehurst recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 9.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Chislehurst
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Chislehurst recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 52% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Chislehurst
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Chislehurst recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Chislehurst
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Chislehurst recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Chislehurst
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Chislehurst recorded 49 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 16% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Chislehurst
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Chislehurst recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Chislehurst
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Chislehurst recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 93% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Chislehurst
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Chislehurst recorded 11 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 31% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Chislehurst
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Chislehurst recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 57% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Chislehurst
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Chislehurst recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Chislehurst
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Chislehurst recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Chislehurst, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Chislehurst.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Chislehurst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mottingham | 1,309 | 116.8 | +79% |
| Bickley & Sundridge | 1,004 | 52.0 | -20% |
| St Paul's Cray | 2,686 | 140.7 | +115% |
| Plaistow | 1,104 | 84.5 | +29% |
| Petts Wood & Knoll | 643 | 45.5 | -30% |
| Bromley Common & Holwood | 1,256 | 72.3 | +11% |
| Bromley Town | 3,175 | 191.5 | +193% |
| St Mary Cray | 1,550 | 88.3 | +35% |
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 Chislehurst over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Beaverwood Road | 88 |
| On or near Royal Parade | 58 |
| On or near Supermarket | 56 |
| On or near Parking Area | 51 |
| On or near Edgehill Road | 27 |
| On or near Chislehurst High Street | 26 |
| On or near Benson Mews | 26 |
| On or near Red Hill | 23 |
| On or near Walden Road | 23 |
| On or near Hawkwood Lane | 17 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Chislehurst 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 | 432 | 40.9% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 204 | 19.3% |
| Not recorded | 179 | 17.0% |
| Under investigation | 124 | 11.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 60 | 5.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 28 | 2.7% |
| Local resolution | 13 | 1.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 0.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Chislehurst has an estimated population of 16,175. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Chislehurst sits in decile 8.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Chislehurst |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 78.5% |
| Social rented homes | 6.8% |
| Private rented homes | 14.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.8 |
Is Chislehurst a safe place to live?
Chislehurst recorded 65.3 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 Chislehurst?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 253 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (179).
Is crime in Chislehurst going up or down?
Recorded crime in Chislehurst was up 8% on the year before: 1,056 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 981 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Chislehurst?
Chislehurst 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 Chislehurst. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.