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Here’s a quick update on anti-social behaviour locally. We know it can be distressing, but we’re working closely with partners to make the area safer and support residents.
Recently we have seen a rise in the homeless community within the ward of Forest Hill which can lead to a rise in antisocial behaviour and criminality. In todays age offering money is not always a good thing, because people present as homeless does not mean this is the case along with fuelling potential habits which harm the individual and the community it can encourage people to remain on the
streets.
Whilst there is potential for criminality and antisocial behaviour the primary thought/concern is and should be Vulnerability.
Please see Local organisations you can support or contact followed by other advice.
• Lewisham Donation Hub – A community charity in Lewisham that collects and
redistributes donated items like clothes, toiletries, and essentials that help people in need,
including those experiencing homelessness.
• 999 Club – A well-regarded non-profit in Deptford offering support services, training, and
activities for people facing homelessness or hardship in the local area.
• St Mungos Broadway Lewisham Assessment & Recovery Centre – Part of a major
homeless support charity offering assessment and recovery services (help with housing,
support plans, referrals).
• Homeless Link – A UK charity that connects and supports homeless organisations
across London and beyond — good for finding more ways to get involved or donate.
• Lewisham Housing Options – Local council housing support team (housing advice and
homelessness prevention).
These organisations serve people in SE London and can direct support where it’s needed most.
What you can do to help,
Donate essential items
Bring coats, warm clothing, sleeping bags, toiletries or food to local drop-off points like
Lewisham Donation Hub or a charity shop such as the British Red Cross shop in Forest Hill
proceeds help crisis support locally.
Volunteer your time
Check with local charities like 999 Club or Donation Hub about volunteering opportunities
they often need helpers to sort donations, serve meals, or run community events.
Contact professional support for rough sleepers
If you see someone sleeping rough and are worried about their wellbeing, use StreetLink
(https://www.streetlink.org.uk) to notify outreach teams so they can visit and offer help. Local
outreach services work with councils and charities to connect people with Shelter and
services.
Support food banks
Local foodbanks in SE23 for example those run by Lewisham Foodbank partners accept
food donations that can be distributed to vulnerable and homeless people.
Thank you for taking the time to read this message and your consideration for the homeless community.
 Across London we’ve put hundreds more officers on the frontlines of community crime-fighting teams, upping visible patrols in the right ‘hot spots’ so we can deter and catch criminals - including with new tech like live facial recognition cameras, drones and e-bikes. Antisocial behaviour can come in many forms and can require support from more organisations than just the police. A full list of what we categorise as antisocial behaviour is available on our website. If you have experienced anti-social behaviour or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org Please consider getting involved by registering for these messages, this will enable you to contribute to the local priority survey. We may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
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