Westminster

Is Westminster WC2N safe?

Covering wards: Clerkenwell, St James's

Thinking about moving to Westminster WC2N? Police recorded 4,491 crimes here in April 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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April 2026 — WC2N area

Official UK Police data

4,491 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Theft from person 1063
Other theft 886
Violence & sexual offences 593
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 WC2N safe to live in?

Westminster WC2N recorded 4,491 crimes in April 2026. The most common crime type was Theft from person with 1,063 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 WC2N?

In April 2026, the top crime types in Westminster WC2N were: Theft from person (1,063), Other theft (886), and Violence & sexual offences (593). These accounted for 57% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Westminster WC2N compare to the national average?

Westminster WC2N 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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