Is Selsdon Vale and Forestdale Safe?
Crime statistics for Selsdon Vale and Forestdale. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 821 total crimes recorded in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale
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Month-by-month crime totals for Selsdon Vale and Forestdale — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Selsdon Vale and Forestdale safe?
Selsdon Vale and Forestdale has a CrimeRadar safety score of 15/100, rated High Crime. A total of 821 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 16.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale in the last 12 months?
821 crimes were recorded in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale 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 16.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (983 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 289 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale?
The most common crime in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale is Violent Crime, with 289 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35.2% 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 Selsdon Vale and Forestdale increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 16.5% — from 983 crimes in the previous 12 months to 821 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Selsdon Vale and Forestdale?
Selsdon Vale and Forestdale has a safety score of 15 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 Selsdon Vale and Forestdale compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Selsdon Vale and Forestdale has a safety score of 15/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Selsdon Vale and Forestdale is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale?
32.4% of crimes recorded in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale 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 Selsdon Vale and Forestdale?
289 violent crimes were recorded in Selsdon Vale and Forestdale in the last 12 months — representing 35.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 159 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 Selsdon Vale and Forestdale last updated?
The crime data for Selsdon Vale and Forestdale was last updated in January 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 Selsdon Vale and Forestdale with other areas?
You can compare Selsdon Vale and Forestdale 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.