Crime in Greenwich Park: statistics, rates and trends
1,145 crimes were recorded in Greenwich Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 119.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Greenwich Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Greenwich Park
- Types of crime in Greenwich Park
- Greenwich Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Greenwich Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Greenwich Park
- Population and deprivation in Greenwich Park
- Questions about crime in Greenwich Park
- About this data
1,145 crimes were recorded in Greenwich Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 119.8 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 368 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Greenwich Park has the 827th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Greenwich Park | Greenwich | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,145 | 33,981 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 119.8 | 113.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 9,558 | 299,528 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Greenwich Park was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,350 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (922). Over the whole period it rose 22%, 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 | 1,145 | 119.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,299 | 135.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,350 | 141.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 922 | 96.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,064 | 111.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,112 | 116.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,133 | 118.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 995 | 104.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 940 | 98.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 117 |
| June 2026 | 88 |
| May 2026 | 107 |
| April 2026 | 95 |
| March 2026 | 80 |
| February 2026 | 84 |
| January 2026 | 88 |
| December 2025 | 98 |
| November 2025 | 87 |
| October 2025 | 108 |
| September 2025 | 93 |
| August 2025 | 100 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Greenwich Park 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 violence and sexual offences (+15%). The largest falls were in theft from the person (-54%) and shoplifting (-44%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 368 | 38.5 | 1.12 | +15% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 231 | 24.2 | 1.58 | -9% |
| Other theft | 99 | 10.4 | 1.62 | -4% |
| Public order | 62 | 6.5 | 0.98 | +2% |
| Vehicle crime | 62 | 6.5 | 1.32 | -27% |
| Shoplifting | 59 | 6.2 | 0.75 | -44% |
| Burglary | 55 | 5.8 | 1.63 | +2% |
| Drugs | 52 | 5.4 | 1.66 | -24% |
| Theft from the person | 45 | 4.7 | 2.79 | -54% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 40 | 4.2 | 0.62 | -37% |
| Robbery | 35 | 3.7 | 2.71 | -5% |
| Bicycle theft | 27 | 2.8 | 3.43 | -10% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.9 | 0.45 | -31% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.11 | -89% |
Violence and sexual offences in Greenwich Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Greenwich Park recorded 368 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (38.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 32.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Greenwich Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Greenwich Park recorded 231 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 20.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Greenwich Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Greenwich Park recorded 99 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 8.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Greenwich Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Greenwich Park recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Greenwich Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Greenwich Park recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Greenwich Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Greenwich Park recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Greenwich Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Greenwich Park recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Greenwich Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Greenwich Park recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Greenwich Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Greenwich Park recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 54% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Greenwich Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Greenwich Park recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Greenwich Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Greenwich Park recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Greenwich Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Greenwich Park recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Greenwich Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Greenwich Park recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Greenwich Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Greenwich Park recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 89% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Greenwich Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Greenwich Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Greenwich Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwich Creekside | 1,790 | 135.5 | +13% |
| East Greenwich | 1,512 | 107.0 | -11% |
| Blackheath Westcombe | 980 | 69.6 | -42% |
| Greenwich Peninsula | 2,866 | 185.3 | +55% |
| Kidbrooke Village & Sutcliffe | 1,085 | 131.0 | +9% |
| Charlton Hornfair | 861 | 71.6 | -40% |
| Charlton Village & Riverside | 988 | 129.5 | +8% |
| Kidbrooke Park | 980 | 85.4 | -29% |
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 Greenwich Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 91 |
| On or near Blackheath Hill | 74 |
| On or near Parking Area | 61 |
| On or near B208 | 55 |
| On or near Kay Way | 52 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 40 |
| On or near Merryweather Place | 38 |
| On or near Burgos Grove | 34 |
| On or near Crosslet Vale | 32 |
| On or near Bliss Crescent | 31 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Greenwich Park 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 | 406 | 35.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 275 | 24.0% |
| Not recorded | 231 | 20.2% |
| Under investigation | 110 | 9.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 44 | 3.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 39 | 3.4% |
| Local resolution | 19 | 1.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 0.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 0.7% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 3 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
Greenwich Park has an estimated population of 9,558. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Greenwich Park sits in decile 5.1, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Greenwich Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 74.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 42.8% |
| Social rented homes | 28.7% |
| Private rented homes | 28.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.1 |
Is Greenwich Park a safe place to live?
Greenwich Park recorded 119.8 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 Greenwich Park?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 368 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (231).
Is crime in Greenwich Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Greenwich Park was down 12% on the year before: 1,145 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,299 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Greenwich Park?
Greenwich Park 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 Greenwich Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.