Crime Rates in SE23
Crime statistics for SE23 from official Police UK data. See total crimes, category breakdown, and how SE23 compares.
How safe is Forest Hill (SE23)?
SE23 covers Forest Hill, home to the Horniman Museum and Gardens. Good Overground connections and more affordable property than neighbouring Dulwich make it popular with families seeking south London green space.
Is Forest Hill (SE23) a safe area to live?
SE23 covers Forest Hill, home to the Horniman Museum and Gardens. Good Overground connections and more affordable property than neighbouring Dulwich make it popular with families seeking south London green space. For the latest recorded crime figures, use the checker above — it shows Police.uk data street by street for SE23.
How do I check crime rates for a specific street in SE23?
Enter a full SE23 postcode into the checker above to see crimes recorded within about a mile over the last 12 months, taken directly from Police.uk.
SE23 at a glance
Around 483 crimes were recorded near SE23 (2026-05), most commonly violent crime (147).
- Recorded crimes
- 483
- Violent Crime
- 147
- Anti Social Behaviour
- 138
- Vehicle Crime
- 44
- Public Order
- 30
- Other Theft
- 28
Approximate, for the SE23 area. Source: Police UK. Check a specific postcode below.
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