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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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Selsdon and Addington Village vs Shirley South

Q: Is Selsdon and Addington Village or Shirley South safer?

Based on the latest crime data from July 2026, Shirley South and Selsdon and Addington Village 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

🏆 Safer Neighbourhood

Shirley South

Score 48/100

Selsdon and Addington Village

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Comparison Summary

When comparing Selsdon and Addington Village and Shirley South, Shirley South is safer than Selsdon and Addington Village. Selsdon and Addington Village has a safety score of 44/100, which is considered average for London. Shirley South scores 48/100, rated as average.

The 4-point difference suggests similar crime levels in both areas. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is safer, Selsdon and Addington Village or Shirley South?

Shirley South is safer with a score of 48/100 compared to Selsdon and Addington Village's 44/100.

Is Selsdon and Addington Village a safe place to live?

Selsdon and Addington Village has a safety score of 44/100, 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 Selsdon and Addington Village or Shirley South 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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