Is London Bridge and West Bermondsey Safe?
Crime statistics for London Bridge and West Bermondsey. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 25,650 total crimes recorded in London Bridge and West Bermondsey
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for London Bridge and West Bermondsey — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near London Bridge and West Bermondsey
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to London Bridge and West Bermondsey by safety score
Compare London Bridge and West Bermondsey With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is London Bridge and West Bermondsey safe?
London Bridge and West Bermondsey has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 25,650 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 1.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in London Bridge and West Bermondsey are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in London Bridge and West Bermondsey in the last 12 months?
25,650 crimes were recorded in London Bridge and West Bermondsey in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 1.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (25,959 crimes). The most common category was Theft from Person, with 4,777 incidents.
What is the most common crime in London Bridge and West Bermondsey?
The most common crime in London Bridge and West Bermondsey is Theft from Person, with 4,777 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 18.6% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in London Bridge and West Bermondsey increasing or decreasing?
Crime in London Bridge and West Bermondsey is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 1.2% — from 25,959 crimes in the previous 12 months to 25,650 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for London Bridge and West Bermondsey?
London Bridge and West Bermondsey has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does London Bridge and West Bermondsey compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
London Bridge and West Bermondsey has a safety score of 9/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. London Bridge and West Bermondsey is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in London Bridge and West Bermondsey?
41.8% of crimes recorded in London Bridge and West Bermondsey resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Metropolitan Police Service. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in London Bridge and West Bermondsey?
4,415 violent crimes were recorded in London Bridge and West Bermondsey in the last 12 months — representing 17.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 4,122 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for London Bridge and West Bermondsey last updated?
The crime data for London Bridge and West Bermondsey was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare London Bridge and West Bermondsey with other areas?
You can compare London Bridge and West Bermondsey with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.