Most respondents were middle-aged, non-disabled, female and from central wards. While it is important we use this survey to direct our priorities, we need to note that it does not alone adequately represent the whole-Bexley community voice, and we need to consider how we meet the needs of those who may not have fed into this survey.

Our residents felt more safe than they did unsafe, with a 6.05 average and the largest number of votes at an 80% safety score. However, we must not neglect the importance of the 25% of respondents who reported that they felt more unsafe than safe. It is those responses we need to hear, in order that we know what changes are needed so that everyone in Bexley feels safe residing here. Young people notably reported feeling less safe in 2024 than in previous years.

Vehicle Crime, Burglary and Drug-related issues were the largest crime concerns for residents. Littering, Drug Paraphernalia and Group ASB was the largest Anti-Social Behaviour concern for residents. While these are not the highest recorded type of crimes and ASB in Bexley, we need to recognise that they impact on our residents feelings nevertheless and need to be also prioritised.