Crime in Peckham Rye: statistics, rates and trends
544 crimes were recorded in Peckham Rye in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Peckham Rye at a glance
- Crime trends in Peckham Rye
- Types of crime in Peckham Rye
- Peckham Rye compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Peckham Rye
- What happened after crimes were reported in Peckham Rye
- Population and deprivation in Peckham Rye
- Questions about crime in Peckham Rye
- About this data
544 crimes were recorded in Peckham Rye in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 161 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Peckham Rye has the 2,773rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Peckham Rye | Southwark | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 544 | 49,003 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 56.2 | 155.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +9% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 9,683 | 314,786 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Peckham Rye was highest in the year to July 2020 (879 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (465). Over the whole period it fell 29%, 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 | 544 | 56.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 501 | 51.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 465 | 48.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 591 | 61.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 688 | 71.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 798 | 82.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 879 | 90.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 652 | 67.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 768 | 79.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 79 |
| June 2026 | 45 |
| May 2026 | 48 |
| April 2026 | 38 |
| March 2026 | 46 |
| February 2026 | 35 |
| January 2026 | 37 |
| December 2025 | 31 |
| November 2025 | 38 |
| October 2025 | 50 |
| September 2025 | 55 |
| August 2025 | 42 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Peckham Rye 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, theft from the person.
The largest increases were in other theft (+47%) and vehicle crime (+42%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-21%) and burglary (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 161 | 16.6 | 0.49 | +10% |
| Vehicle crime | 98 | 10.1 | 2.05 | +42% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 71 | 7.3 | 0.48 | -15% |
| Other theft | 53 | 5.5 | 0.86 | +47% |
| Burglary | 33 | 3.4 | 0.96 | -18% |
| Theft from the person | 29 | 3.0 | 1.77 | +71% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 27 | 2.8 | 0.41 | -21% |
| Drugs | 22 | 2.3 | 0.69 | +10% |
| Public order | 18 | 1.9 | 0.28 | +0% |
| Robbery | 12 | 1.2 | 0.92 | -14% |
| Bicycle theft | 9 | 0.9 | 1.13 | +29% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.9 | 0.44 | +200% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.21 | -80% |
Violence and sexual offences in Peckham Rye
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Peckham Rye recorded 161 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 29.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Peckham Rye
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Peckham Rye recorded 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 18.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Peckham Rye
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Peckham Rye recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 13.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Peckham Rye
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Peckham Rye recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 47% on the year before. It made up 9.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Peckham Rye
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Peckham Rye recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Peckham Rye
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Peckham Rye recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 71% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Peckham Rye
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Peckham Rye recorded 27 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 21% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Peckham Rye
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Peckham Rye recorded 22 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 up 10% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Peckham Rye
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Peckham Rye recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Peckham Rye
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Peckham Rye recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Peckham Rye
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Peckham Rye recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Peckham Rye
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Peckham Rye 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 up 200% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Peckham Rye
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Peckham Rye recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 80% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Peckham Rye, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Peckham Rye.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Peckham Rye |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Hill | 1,016 | 90.7 | +61% |
| Goose Green | 1,281 | 101.6 | +81% |
| Rye Lane | 3,799 | 198.0 | +252% |
| Nunhead & Queen's Road | 1,927 | 115.5 | +106% |
| Champion Hill | 574 | 66.5 | +18% |
| Dulwich Village | 788 | 77.0 | +37% |
| Peckham | 1,959 | 130.5 | +132% |
| St Giles | 1,618 | 113.3 | +102% |
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 Peckham Rye over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Natasha Mews | 41 |
| On or near Rye Hill Park | 40 |
| On or near Bonita Mews | 30 |
| On or near Torridge Gardens | 29 |
| On or near Athenlay Road | 26 |
| On or near Banfield Road | 24 |
| On or near Waveney Avenue | 21 |
| On or near Ivydale Road | 19 |
| On or near Solomon'S Passage | 18 |
| On or near Bellwood Road | 17 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Peckham Rye 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 | 250 | 46.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 133 | 24.4% |
| Not recorded | 71 | 13.1% |
| Under investigation | 31 | 5.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 22 | 4.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 20 | 3.7% |
| Local resolution | 9 | 1.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
Peckham Rye has an estimated population of 9,683. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Peckham Rye sits in decile 5.6, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Peckham Rye |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 70.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 50.5% |
| Social rented homes | 28.8% |
| Private rented homes | 20.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.6 |
Is Peckham Rye a safe place to live?
Peckham Rye recorded 56.2 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 Peckham Rye?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 161 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (98).
Is crime in Peckham Rye going up or down?
Recorded crime in Peckham Rye was up 9% on the year before: 544 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 501 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Peckham Rye?
Peckham Rye 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 Peckham Rye. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.