Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SW1H · Westminster
2,763
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SW1V · Westminster
1,358
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Westminster has less crime — 1,358 vs 2,763 incidents in April 2026.
Westminster recorded notably higher crime than Westminster in April 2026 — 2,763 vs 1,358 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Westminster sees higher rates of Other theft (476), while Westminster has more Anti-social behaviour (300). 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 April 2026 Police data, Westminster recorded fewer crimes than Westminster — 1,358 vs 2,763 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Westminster is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Westminster saw higher rates of Other theft while Westminster had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Westminster recorded fewer total crimes (1,358 vs 2,763).