Bexley Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Bexley during February 2026 stood at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, 22% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. This marked deviation from the national trend highlights a unique dynamic in the area. The overall crime rate for the month was 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing Bexley 9.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent pattern observed in the local authority district, which combines urban and suburban characteristics with a relatively stable population. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.0%) and vehicle crime (8.6%). These figures align with Bexley's profile as a mixed-use area with a mix of residential, commercial, and retail zones. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the lower-than-expected levels of public order and theft from the person offences. While the overall crime rate remains below the UK average, certain categories, such as vehicle crime and drugs-related offences, show higher-than-average rates, suggesting localized factors that require further examination.

Burglary saw a sharp 57.9% increase in February 2026, rising from 57 to 90 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000 (Bexley's rate was 0.4 per 1,000), points to a shift in property crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 15.2%, with 280 incidents reported—a figure 21% above the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. This increase may be linked to the area's dense residential and commercial zones, where community tensions can escalate during colder months. Conversely, robbery fell by 40.0%, dropping from 25 to 15 incidents, a decline that contrasts with the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. The most notable UK comparison is in the drugs category, which was 74% above the national average of 0.2 per 1,000. This suggests localized pressures that may warrant further scrutiny. For residents, the 57.9% rise in burglary is a critical data point, indicating a need for heightened awareness in securing properties during the winter months.

Bexley's February 2026 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 2.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.9 per 1,000. This slight decline, though modest, aligns with the seasonal pattern of reduced outdoor activity in February. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 53 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 174 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 1.7% lower than the previous month's figure. When viewed through the lens of Bexley's population of 256,434, this translates to a manageable level of criminal activity relative to the size of the community. The comparison to the UK average underscores Bexley's performance in key categories: violence and sexual offences remain significantly below the national benchmark, while vehicle crime and drugs-related offences exceed it. These variations reflect the area's unique mix of urban and suburban environments, where certain crime types may be more prevalent due to local demographics and land use patterns.