Westminster

Is Westminster W1D safe?

Covering wards: West End, St James's

Thinking about moving to Westminster W1D? Police recorded 4,764 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — W1D area

Official UK Police data

4,764 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Theft from person 1347
Other theft 1027
Shoplifting 572
Above the national average

This is a snapshot. The full report includes 24 months of trend data, outcome analysis, year-over-year comparison, and in-depth safety insights.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Westminster W1D safe to live in?

Westminster W1D recorded 4,764 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Theft from person with 1,347 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 Westminster W1D?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Westminster W1D were: Theft from person (1,347), Other theft (1,027), and Shoplifting (572). These accounted for 62% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Westminster W1D compare to the national average?

Westminster W1D 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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