Data from the Home Office indicates that in 2024, the total number of burglaries in south east London boroughs reached 7,848. Southwark recorded the highest number of burglaries at 2,389, with residential incidents making up approximately 66-75% of total cases. All boroughs analyzed showed a decline in burglary rates compared to the previous year, with Lewisham's burglaries down by 13% and Southwark's overall burglaries decreasing by 7%. This data highlights ongoing issues with property crime while also suggesting a positive trend of decreasing incidences.
In total, 7,848 burglaries were recorded across the south east London boroughs in 2024, with a higher incidence in residential properties.
Southwark had the highest rate of burglaries, totaling 2,389 incidents, indicating persistent issues concerning property crime in the region.
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