Oval Crime Rate
Metropolitan Police Service • January 2026 Data
3
UK Score
17
Metropolitan Score
F
High Risk
Total Crimes
1216
January 2026
Violent Crime
324
Assaults, robbery
Property Crime
213
Burglary, theft
Anti-Social
258
Nuisance, disorder
Population
12,098
Census 2021
Crime Rate
100.5
per 1,000 people
Is Oval Safe?
Oval has a safety score of 3/100, placing it in the bottom 3% of UK neighbourhoods. In January 2026, police recorded 1216 crimes in this area, including 324 violent offences.
This area has higher crime rates than most UK neighbourhoods. Take extra precautions with personal belongings and avoid walking alone at night.
Crime Breakdown
324
Violent Crime
258
Anti-Social Behaviour
130
Theft from Person
109
Other Theft
55
Burglary
55
Shoplifting
52
Robbery
49
Drugs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oval safe to live in?
Oval has a Safety Score of 3/100, rated "High Risk". This score is based on 1,216 crimes reported in January 2026.
What is Oval's crime rate?
Oval recorded 1,216 crimes in January 2026, including 324 violent crimes and 213 property crimes.
Which police force covers Oval?
Oval is policed by Metropolitan Police Service.
Explore More
Nearby: Vauxhall · Kennington · Stockwell East · Stockwell West and Larkhall · Myatt's Fields · Nine Elms
District: Lambeth
City: London