Lewisham borough has above average crime but significant variation within it. Blackheath and Lee are among south east London's safest areas while parts of the town centre have higher crime. The area is improving as regeneration takes hold.
Blackheath (SE3), Lee (SE12), and Grove Park (SE12) are consistently safer parts of the borough.
Lewisham town centre, New Cross (SE14) and parts of Deptford have higher crime rates.
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See also: Lewisham area guide →