Tackling crime and ensuring the safety and security of everyone in our community is one of the Council's key priorities.
Lewisham has the second lowest crime rate in inner London, but residents' surveys suggest that crime is the biggest area of concern for local people.
Important documents
This document summarises what needs to be done to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour and to reduce the harm caused by drugs.
For our crime audits, we consult you on your experience of crime and anti-social behaviour in the borough, which helps us shape our future plans.
Quick links
How you can report anti-social behaviour, and what we are doing to combat it.
Domestic violence
Advice on dealing with domestic violence, and where you can get help.
An introduction to hate crime, and what you can do about it.