London’s safest and most dangerous areas have been identified based on recent crime statistics. The data, compiled by Online Marketing Surgery and West Midland Garage Doors, ranks London boroughs according to their crime rates per 1,000 people for the year ending March 2024, using information from the Office for National Statistics.
At the top of the list of most dangerous areas is Westminster, with a crime rate of 446.4 per 1,000 people and a staggering 84,016 reported crimes within a year. Following closely behind is Camden, with a crime rate of 188 and 36,650 reported crimes. Kensington and Chelsea comes in third with a crime rate of 164.5 and 21,328 reported crimes, while Islington and Hammersmith and Fulham round out the top five most dangerous areas.
On the other end of the spectrum, Richmond upon Thames has been identified as the safest London borough, boasting a crime rate of 61.1 per 1,000 people and only 11,739 reported crimes. Sutton and Harrow follow closely behind as the second and third safest boroughs, with crime rates of 62.7 and 63.2 respectively.
Merton and Bexley take the fourth and fifth spots for least dangerous areas, with crime rates of 65.1 and 68. In Merton, 13,936 crimes were reported, while Bexley had 16,140 reported crimes in the year ending March 2024. The remaining spots in the top ten least dangerous areas are occupied by Bromley, Kingston upon Thames, Barnet, Redbridge, and Havering.
It is important to note that while these statistics provide valuable insights into the safety of different areas in London, they should not be the sole factor in determining where to live or visit. Factors such as cost of living, proximity to amenities, and quality of schools should also be taken into consideration when making such decisions.
Overall, the data offers a snapshot of the crime landscape in London and can be a useful tool for residents, policymakers, and law enforcement agencies in identifying areas that may require additional attention and resources to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
