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Is Croydon CR0 safe?

Covering wards: Addiscombe East, Addiscombe West, Beddington, Bensham Manor, Broad Green, Fairfield, New Addington North, New Addington South, Park Hill & Whitgift, Selhurst, Selsdon & Addington Village, Selsdon Vale & Forestdale, Shirley North, Shirley South, South Beddington & Roundshaw, South Croydon, Waddon, West Thornton, Woodside

Thinking about moving to Croydon CR0? Police recorded 684 crimes here in April 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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April 2026 — CR0 area

Official UK Police data

684 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 186
Anti-social behaviour 158
Shoplifting 99
Above the national average

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Frequently asked questions

Is Croydon CR0 safe to live in?

Croydon CR0 recorded 684 crimes in April 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 186 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Croydon CR0?

In April 2026, the top crime types in Croydon CR0 were: Violence & sexual offences (186), Anti-social behaviour (158), and Shoplifting (99). These accounted for 65% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Croydon CR0 compare to the national average?

Croydon CR0 is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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