Crime in Hither Green: statistics, rates and trends
1,986 crimes were recorded in Hither Green in the 12 months to July 2026, 99.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Hither Green at a glance
- Crime trends in Hither Green
- Types of crime in Hither Green
- Hither Green compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Hither Green
- What happened after crimes were reported in Hither Green
- Population and deprivation in Hither Green
- Questions about crime in Hither Green
- About this data
1,986 crimes were recorded in Hither Green in the 12 months to July 2026, 99.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 729 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Hither Green has the 1,253rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Hither Green | Lewisham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,986 | 36,975 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 99.5 | 122.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +0% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 19,958 | 301,255 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Hither Green was highest in the year to July 2020 (2,264 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,711). Over the whole period it rose 16%, 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 | 1,986 | 99.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,985 | 99.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 2,015 | 101.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,926 | 96.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 2,041 | 102.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,167 | 108.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,264 | 113.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,939 | 97.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,711 | 85.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 184 |
| June 2026 | 153 |
| May 2026 | 183 |
| April 2026 | 186 |
| March 2026 | 153 |
| February 2026 | 156 |
| January 2026 | 148 |
| December 2025 | 157 |
| November 2025 | 141 |
| October 2025 | 179 |
| September 2025 | 145 |
| August 2025 | 201 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Hither Green 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, vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in other crime (+35%) and anti-social behaviour (+12%). The largest falls were in theft from the person (-62%) and shoplifting (-32%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 729 | 36.5 | 1.07 | +5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 433 | 21.7 | 1.41 | +12% |
| Vehicle crime | 175 | 8.8 | 1.78 | -9% |
| Other theft | 151 | 7.6 | 1.18 | +5% |
| Public order | 127 | 6.4 | 0.96 | +2% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 93 | 4.7 | 0.69 | -16% |
| Burglary | 92 | 4.6 | 1.30 | +2% |
| Drugs | 66 | 3.3 | 1.01 | -27% |
| Robbery | 28 | 1.4 | 1.04 | -10% |
| Other crime | 27 | 1.4 | 0.64 | +35% |
| Shoplifting | 26 | 1.3 | 0.16 | -32% |
| Theft from the person | 18 | 0.9 | 0.53 | -62% |
| Possession of weapons | 14 | 0.7 | 0.72 | +75% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 0.4 | 0.43 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Hither Green
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Hither Green recorded 729 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (36.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 36.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Hither Green
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Hither Green recorded 433 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 12% on the year before. It made up 21.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Hither Green
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Hither Green recorded 175 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Hither Green
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Hither Green recorded 151 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Hither Green
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Hither Green recorded 127 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Hither Green
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Hither Green recorded 93 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Hither Green
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Hither Green recorded 92 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Hither Green
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Hither Green recorded 66 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Hither Green
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Hither Green recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Hither Green
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Hither Green recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 35% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Hither Green
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Hither Green recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Hither Green
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Hither Green recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Hither Green
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Hither Green recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 75% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Hither Green
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Hither Green recorded 7 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Hither Green, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Hither Green.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Hither Green |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catford South | 2,134 | 122.9 | +23% |
| Lee Green | 1,243 | 84.6 | -15% |
| Rushey Green | 3,795 | 185.1 | +86% |
| Downham | 1,981 | 103.1 | +4% |
| Grove Park | 1,325 | 85.4 | -14% |
| Ladywell | 1,635 | 139.8 | +41% |
| Blackheath | 3,076 | 182.3 | +83% |
| Bellingham | 1,599 | 150.8 | +52% |
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 Hither Green over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hither Green Lane | 142 |
| On or near Arlington Close | 105 |
| On or near Crutchley Road | 92 |
| On or near Wellmeadow Road | 61 |
| On or near Castillon Road | 57 |
| On or near St Mildreds Road | 55 |
| On or near Birkhall Road | 53 |
| On or near Verdant Lane | 52 |
| On or near Evans Road | 43 |
| On or near Broadfield Road | 42 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Hither Green 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 574 | 28.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 559 | 28.1% |
| Not recorded | 433 | 21.8% |
| Under investigation | 193 | 9.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 96 | 4.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 69 | 3.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 17 | 0.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 16 | 0.8% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 8 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.3% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 2 | 0.1% |
Hither Green has an estimated population of 19,958. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Hither Green sits in decile 3.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Hither Green |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 70.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 47.5% |
| Social rented homes | 24.1% |
| Private rented homes | 28.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.3 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 8.3% |
Is Hither Green a safe place to live?
Hither Green recorded 99.5 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 Hither Green?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 729 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (433).
Is crime in Hither Green going up or down?
Recorded crime in Hither Green was almost unchanged on the year before: 1,986 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,985 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Hither Green?
Hither Green 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 Hither Green. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.