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Safety scores are calculated using official crime data from data.police.uk. Scores range from 0-100, where 100 is the safest. The score considers total crime volume, crime types, and population density.

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Bickley and Sundridge vs Plaistow

Q: Is Bickley and Sundridge or Plaistow safer?

Based on the latest crime data from July 2026, Plaistow and Bickley and Sundridge have been compared using official police statistics. Check the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates.

London crime comparison • July 2026

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Bickley and Sundridge

Score 49/100

Bickley and Sundridge

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Comparison Summary

When comparing Bickley and Sundridge and Plaistow, Bickley and Sundridge is safer than Plaistow. Bickley and Sundridge has a safety score of 49/100, which is considered average for London. Plaistow scores 17/100, rated as high risk.

The 32-point difference indicates Bickley and Sundridge has noticeably lower crime rates. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is safer, Bickley and Sundridge or Plaistow?

Bickley and Sundridge is safer with a score of 49/100 compared to Plaistow's 17/100.

Is Bickley and Sundridge a safe place to live?

Bickley and Sundridge has a safety score of 49/100, which is average compared to other London neighbourhoods. It has average crime levels for the area.

How are these safety scores calculated?

Safety scores are based on official crime data from the Metropolitan Police. Each neighbourhood is ranked against all other UK neighbourhoods, with 100 being the safest and 0 the least safe. Scores account for violent crime, property crime, and anti-social behaviour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bickley and Sundridge or Plaistow safer?

Compare the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates based on official July 2026 data from data.police.uk.

How are safety scores calculated?

Scores range from 0-100 (100 = safest) and consider total crime volume, crime types, and area demographics using official UK police data.

How often is the data updated?

Crime data is updated monthly from the UK Police API. Our latest data covers July 2026.

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