Crime in Evelyn: statistics, rates and trends
1,516 crimes were recorded in Evelyn in the 12 months to July 2026, 108.0 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 14% on the year before.
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1,516 crimes were recorded in Evelyn in the 12 months to July 2026, 108.0 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 14% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 380 reports (25% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Evelyn has the 1,047th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Evelyn | Lewisham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,516 | 36,975 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 108.0 | 122.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +14% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 14,040 | 301,255 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Evelyn was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,602 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (1,108). Over the whole period it rose 37%, 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 | 1,516 | 108.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,327 | 94.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,169 | 83.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,274 | 90.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,153 | 82.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,602 | 114.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,354 | 96.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,108 | 78.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,109 | 79.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 129 |
| June 2026 | 106 |
| May 2026 | 140 |
| April 2026 | 120 |
| March 2026 | 146 |
| February 2026 | 128 |
| January 2026 | 116 |
| December 2025 | 99 |
| November 2025 | 131 |
| October 2025 | 116 |
| September 2025 | 120 |
| August 2025 | 165 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Evelyn 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, theft from the person, other theft.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+66%) and theft from the person (+56%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-49%) and vehicle crime (-36%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 380 | 27.1 | 0.79 | +35% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 304 | 21.7 | 1.41 | +16% |
| Theft from the person | 148 | 10.5 | 6.24 | +56% |
| Shoplifting | 138 | 9.8 | 1.19 | +66% |
| Other theft | 114 | 8.1 | 1.27 | +10% |
| Burglary | 100 | 7.1 | 2.01 | +27% |
| Drugs | 70 | 5.0 | 1.52 | -22% |
| Public order | 70 | 5.0 | 0.75 | +1% |
| Vehicle crime | 64 | 4.6 | 0.93 | -36% |
| Robbery | 57 | 4.1 | 3.01 | -2% |
| Bicycle theft | 30 | 2.1 | 2.60 | +0% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 25 | 1.8 | 0.26 | -49% |
| Other crime | 8 | 0.6 | 0.27 | -43% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.6 | 0.59 | -38% |
Violence and sexual offences in Evelyn
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Evelyn recorded 380 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 25.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Evelyn
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Evelyn recorded 304 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 20.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Evelyn
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Evelyn recorded 148 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Evelyn
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Evelyn recorded 138 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 66% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Evelyn
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Evelyn recorded 114 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Evelyn
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Evelyn recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Evelyn
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Evelyn recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Evelyn
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Evelyn recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Evelyn
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Evelyn recorded 64 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Evelyn
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Evelyn recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Evelyn
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Evelyn recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Evelyn
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Evelyn recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 49% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Evelyn
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Evelyn recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Evelyn
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Evelyn recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Evelyn, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Evelyn.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Evelyn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deptford | 2,652 | 184.5 | +71% |
| New Cross Gate | 1,349 | 109.8 | +2% |
| Brockley | 2,379 | 110.8 | +3% |
| Telegraph Hill | 1,315 | 81.1 | -25% |
| Lewisham Central | 2,718 | 264.2 | +145% |
| Ladywell | 1,635 | 139.8 | +30% |
| Blackheath | 3,076 | 182.3 | +69% |
| Crofton Park | 1,370 | 89.1 | -17% |
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 Evelyn over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 105 |
| On or near Evelyn Street | 93 |
| On or near Trundley'S Road | 83 |
| On or near Grinstead Road | 57 |
| On or near Oxestalls Road | 56 |
| On or near Sayes Court Street | 54 |
| On or near Bestwood Street | 49 |
| On or near Longshore | 47 |
| On or near Clayton Drive | 45 |
| On or near Hicks Street | 43 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Evelyn 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 | 662 | 43.7% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 324 | 21.4% |
| Not recorded | 304 | 20.1% |
| Under investigation | 100 | 6.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 47 | 3.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 39 | 2.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 0.9% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 0.8% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 5 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.1% |
Evelyn has an estimated population of 14,040. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Evelyn sits in decile 4.6, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Evelyn |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 79.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 5.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 27.2% |
| Social rented homes | 40.3% |
| Private rented homes | 32.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.6 |
Is Evelyn a safe place to live?
Evelyn recorded 108.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Evelyn?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 380 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (304).
Is crime in Evelyn going up or down?
Recorded crime in Evelyn was up 14% on the year before: 1,516 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,327 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Evelyn?
Evelyn 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 Evelyn. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.