Chislehurst vs Mottingham, Coldharbour and New Eltham
London crime comparison • January 2026
🏆 Safer Neighbourhood
Chislehurst
Score 50/100
Comparison Summary
When comparing Chislehurst and Mottingham, Coldharbour and New Eltham, Chislehurst is safer than Mottingham, Coldharbour and New Eltham. Chislehurst has a safety score of 50/100, which is considered average for London. Mottingham, Coldharbour and New Eltham scores 19/100, rated as high risk.
The 31-point difference indicates Chislehurst has noticeably lower crime rates. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from January 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is safer, Chislehurst or Mottingham, Coldharbour and New Eltham?
Chislehurst is safer with a score of 50/100 compared to Mottingham, Coldharbour and New Eltham's 19/100.
Is Chislehurst a safe place to live?
Chislehurst has a safety score of 50/100, 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.