I read with interest the recent column inches in the Daily Mail on Jacqui Smiths residency in the area and their report on the increase in crime levels in the area despite her residency and police protection. As I live nearby, it amused me that they say she resides in Peckham, when it fact it is Nunhead. Due to the SE15 post code shared by both, I can understand their confusion. I think it is positive that someone of her government level lives in the area. Yes there are armed police that cost the taxpayer to guard her house, but if this area is so bad, would she be here?!! Where do these crime figures come from that the DM quote? It ain't that bad living in the area...honest! Lets start promoting Nunhead, Peckham and surrounding areas such as ED in a more positive light. I get fed up having to re-assure relatives and friends north of Watford that it is safe to walk down the streets without getting shot, because tabloids like the DM portray it that way. Yes there is crime, but unfortunately it's everywhere.
