Is Streatham Common and Vale Safe?
Crime statistics for Streatham Common and Vale. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 22,584 total crimes recorded in Streatham Common and Vale
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Streatham Common and Vale — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Streatham Common and Vale safe?
Streatham Common and Vale has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. A total of 7,808 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 1.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Streatham Common and Vale are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Streatham Common and Vale in the last 12 months?
7,808 crimes were recorded in Streatham Common and Vale 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 1.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (7,723 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 5,997 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Streatham Common and Vale?
The most common crime in Streatham Common and Vale is Violent Crime, with 5,997 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 76.8% 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 Streatham Common and Vale increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Streatham Common and Vale is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.1% — from 7,723 crimes in the previous 12 months to 7,808 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 Streatham Common and Vale?
Streatham Common and Vale has a safety score of 8 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 Streatham Common and Vale compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Streatham Common and Vale has a safety score of 8/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Streatham Common and Vale 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 Streatham Common and Vale?
59.8% of crimes recorded in Streatham Common and Vale 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 Streatham Common and Vale?
5,997 violent crimes were recorded in Streatham Common and Vale in the last 12 months — representing 76.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 4,436 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 Streatham Common and Vale last updated?
The crime data for Streatham Common and Vale 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 Streatham Common and Vale with other areas?
You can compare Streatham Common and Vale 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.