Crime in Dulwich Wood: statistics, rates and trends
600 crimes were recorded in Dulwich Wood in the 12 months to July 2026, 72.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Dulwich Wood at a glance
- Crime trends in Dulwich Wood
- Types of crime in Dulwich Wood
- Dulwich Wood compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Dulwich Wood
- What happened after crimes were reported in Dulwich Wood
- Population and deprivation in Dulwich Wood
- Questions about crime in Dulwich Wood
- About this data
600 crimes were recorded in Dulwich Wood in the 12 months to July 2026, 72.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 175 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Dulwich Wood has the 2,117th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Dulwich Wood | Southwark | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 600 | 49,003 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 72.7 | 155.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -11% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 8,252 | 314,786 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Dulwich Wood was highest in the year to July 2020 (914 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (600). Over the whole period it fell 27%, 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 | 600 | 72.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 675 | 81.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 628 | 76.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 632 | 76.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 770 | 93.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 770 | 93.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 914 | 110.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 813 | 98.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 821 | 99.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 83 |
| June 2026 | 53 |
| May 2026 | 51 |
| April 2026 | 58 |
| March 2026 | 41 |
| February 2026 | 24 |
| January 2026 | 31 |
| December 2025 | 46 |
| November 2025 | 58 |
| October 2025 | 50 |
| September 2025 | 52 |
| August 2025 | 53 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Dulwich Wood 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, burglary, robbery.
The largest falls were in drugs (-46%) and criminal damage and arson (-42%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 175 | 21.2 | 0.62 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 94 | 11.4 | 0.74 | -17% |
| Vehicle crime | 86 | 10.4 | 2.12 | -8% |
| Burglary | 57 | 6.9 | 1.95 | -8% |
| Other theft | 42 | 5.1 | 0.80 | -26% |
| Robbery | 29 | 3.5 | 2.60 | +81% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 23 | 2.8 | 0.41 | -42% |
| Theft from the person | 22 | 2.7 | 1.58 | +29% |
| Public order | 20 | 2.4 | 0.36 | -26% |
| Drugs | 19 | 2.3 | 0.70 | -46% |
| Shoplifting | 15 | 1.8 | 0.22 | +114% |
| Other crime | 8 | 1.0 | 0.46 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 6 | 0.7 | 0.88 | -60% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.5 | 0.50 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Dulwich Wood
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Dulwich Wood recorded 175 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 29.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Dulwich Wood
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Dulwich Wood recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 15.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Dulwich Wood
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Dulwich Wood recorded 86 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 14.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Dulwich Wood
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Dulwich Wood recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 9.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Dulwich Wood
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Dulwich Wood recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Dulwich Wood
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Dulwich Wood recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 81% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Dulwich Wood
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Dulwich Wood recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Dulwich Wood
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Dulwich Wood recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Dulwich Wood
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Dulwich Wood recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Dulwich Wood
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Dulwich Wood recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Dulwich Wood
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Dulwich Wood recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 114% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Dulwich Wood
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Dulwich Wood recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Dulwich Wood
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Dulwich Wood recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 60% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Dulwich Wood
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Dulwich Wood recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Dulwich Wood, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Dulwich Wood.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Dulwich Wood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Hill | 1,016 | 90.7 | +25% |
| Dulwich Village | 788 | 77.0 | +6% |
| Goose Green | 1,281 | 101.6 | +40% |
| Peckham Rye | 544 | 56.2 | -23% |
| Champion Hill | 574 | 66.5 | -9% |
| Rye Lane | 3,799 | 198.0 | +172% |
| St Giles | 1,618 | 113.3 | +56% |
| Nunhead & Queen's Road | 1,927 | 115.5 | +59% |
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 Dulwich Wood over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Seeley Drive | 54 |
| On or near Sydenham Hill | 41 |
| On or near Lyall Avenue | 31 |
| On or near Bowen Drive | 30 |
| On or near Ildersly Grove | 30 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 28 |
| On or near Alleyn Park | 25 |
| On or near Lapse Wood Walk | 19 |
| On or near Hunters Meadow | 17 |
| On or near Kingswood Drive | 17 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Dulwich Wood 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 | 278 | 46.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 105 | 17.5% |
| Not recorded | 94 | 15.7% |
| Under investigation | 55 | 9.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 23 | 3.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 21 | 3.5% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 1.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 1.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Dulwich Wood has an estimated population of 8,252. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Dulwich Wood sits in decile 5.8, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Dulwich Wood |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 53.9% |
| Social rented homes | 24.1% |
| Private rented homes | 21.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.8 |
Is Dulwich Wood a safe place to live?
Dulwich Wood recorded 72.7 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 Dulwich Wood?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 175 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (94).
Is crime in Dulwich Wood going up or down?
Recorded crime in Dulwich Wood was down 11% on the year before: 600 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 675 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Dulwich Wood?
Dulwich Wood 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 Dulwich Wood. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.