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Is Islington EC1V safe?

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Thinking about moving to Islington EC1V? Police recorded 2,143 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — EC1V area

Official UK Police data

2,143 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 382
Other theft 296
Anti-social behaviour 283
Above the national average

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Is Islington EC1V safe to live in?

Islington EC1V recorded 2,143 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 382 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Islington EC1V?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Islington EC1V were: Violence & sexual offences (382), Other theft (296), and Anti-social behaviour (283). These accounted for 45% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Islington EC1V compare to the national average?

Islington EC1V is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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