Is South Croydon Safe?
Crime statistics for South Croydon. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 3,342 total crimes recorded in South Croydon
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for South Croydon — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in South Croydon
Safest Areas Near South Croydon
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to South Croydon by safety score
Compare South Croydon With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Croydon safe?
South Croydon has a CrimeRadar safety score of 5/100, rated High Crime. A total of 3,342 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 13.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in South Croydon are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in South Croydon in the last 12 months?
3,342 crimes were recorded in South Croydon in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 13.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,952 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 882 incidents.
What is the most common crime in South Croydon?
The most common crime in South Croydon is Violent Crime, with 882 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 26.4% 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 South Croydon increasing or decreasing?
Crime in South Croydon is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 13.2% — from 2,952 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3,342 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for South Croydon?
South Croydon has a safety score of 5 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 South Croydon compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
South Croydon has a safety score of 5/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. South Croydon is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in South Croydon?
27.4% of crimes recorded in South Croydon 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 South Croydon?
882 violent crimes were recorded in South Croydon in the last 12 months — representing 26.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 650 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 South Croydon last updated?
The crime data for South Croydon 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 South Croydon with other areas?
You can compare South Croydon 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.