Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SW1A · Westminster
4,424
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SW1H · Westminster
2,836
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Westminster has less crime — 2,836 vs 4,424 incidents in February 2026.
Westminster recorded notably higher crime than Westminster in February 2026 — 4,424 vs 2,836 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Westminster sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (565), while Westminster has more Violence & sexual offences (447). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Westminster recorded fewer crimes than Westminster — 2,836 vs 4,424 incidents. That is 36% fewer crimes. Westminster is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Westminster saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Westminster had more Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Westminster recorded fewer total crimes (2,836 vs 4,424).