Crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley: statistics, rates and trends
1,667 crimes were recorded in Crystal Palace & Anerley in the 12 months to July 2026, 137.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley at a glance
- Crime trends in Crystal Palace & Anerley
- Types of crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley
- Crystal Palace & Anerley compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley
- What happened after crimes were reported in Crystal Palace & Anerley
- Population and deprivation in Crystal Palace & Anerley
- Questions about crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley
- About this data
1,667 crimes were recorded in Crystal Palace & Anerley in the 12 months to July 2026, 137.2 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 451 reports (27% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Crystal Palace & Anerley has the 570th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Crystal Palace & Anerley | Bromley | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,667 | 29,229 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 137.2 | 87.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -6% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 12,150 | 335,319 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,841 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,163). Over the whole period it rose 43%, 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 | 1,667 | 137.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,773 | 145.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,656 | 136.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,439 | 118.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,641 | 135.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,688 | 138.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,841 | 151.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,362 | 112.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,163 | 95.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 143 |
| June 2026 | 155 |
| May 2026 | 169 |
| April 2026 | 139 |
| March 2026 | 136 |
| February 2026 | 99 |
| January 2026 | 105 |
| December 2025 | 143 |
| November 2025 | 132 |
| October 2025 | 139 |
| September 2025 | 155 |
| August 2025 | 152 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Crystal Palace & Anerley 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, vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in theft from the person (+118%) and violence and sexual offences (+20%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-80%) and burglary (-20%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 451 | 37.1 | 1.08 | +20% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 434 | 35.7 | 2.33 | +1% |
| Other theft | 114 | 9.4 | 1.47 | +4% |
| Vehicle crime | 114 | 9.4 | 1.90 | +11% |
| Public order | 94 | 7.7 | 1.16 | +15% |
| Theft from the person | 85 | 7.0 | 4.14 | +118% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 81 | 6.7 | 0.98 | -5% |
| Drugs | 72 | 5.9 | 1.81 | +3% |
| Shoplifting | 65 | 5.3 | 0.65 | -80% |
| Robbery | 57 | 4.7 | 3.47 | -2% |
| Burglary | 55 | 4.5 | 1.28 | -20% |
| Other crime | 18 | 1.5 | 0.70 | -5% |
| Bicycle theft | 15 | 1.2 | 1.50 | +150% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 1.0 | 1.02 | +140% |
Violence and sexual offences in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 451 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (37.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 27.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 434 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (35.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 26.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 114 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 114 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 85 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 118% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 81 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 65 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 80% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Crystal Palace & Anerley
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 140% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Crystal Palace & Anerley, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Crystal Palace & Anerley.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Crystal Palace & Anerley |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penge & Cator | 2,687 | 132.9 | -3% |
| Clock House | 860 | 51.7 | -62% |
| Kelsey & Eden Park | 1,469 | 87.0 | -37% |
| Beckenham Town & Copers Cope | 1,714 | 107.0 | -22% |
| Shortlands & Park Langley | 934 | 59.4 | -57% |
| West Wickham | 781 | 51.7 | -62% |
| Plaistow | 1,104 | 84.5 | -38% |
| Bromley Town | 3,175 | 191.5 | +40% |
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 Crystal Palace & Anerley over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Derwent Road | 70 |
| On or near Ledrington Road | 69 |
| On or near Crystal Palace Bus Station | 59 |
| On or near Worcester Close | 56 |
| On or near Further/Higher Educational Building | 55 |
| On or near Westow Hill | 55 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 52 |
| On or near Parking Area | 51 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 51 |
| On or near Beverley Road | 46 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Crystal Palace & Anerley 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 | 547 | 32.8% |
| Not recorded | 434 | 26.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 350 | 21.0% |
| Under investigation | 180 | 10.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 64 | 3.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 41 | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 21 | 1.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 16 | 1.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 0.5% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 2 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
Crystal Palace & Anerley has an estimated population of 12,150. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Crystal Palace & Anerley sits in decile 4.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Crystal Palace & Anerley |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 74.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 38.2% |
| Social rented homes | 29.4% |
| Private rented homes | 32.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.3 |
Is Crystal Palace & Anerley a safe place to live?
Crystal Palace & Anerley recorded 137.2 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 Crystal Palace & Anerley?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 451 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (434).
Is crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley going up or down?
Recorded crime in Crystal Palace & Anerley was down 6% on the year before: 1,667 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,773 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Crystal Palace & Anerley?
Crystal Palace & Anerley 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 Crystal Palace & Anerley. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.