Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SW1P · Westminster
1,606
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SW1W · Westminster
1,251
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Westminster has less crime — 1,251 vs 1,606 incidents in April 2026.
Westminster saw somewhat more crime than Westminster in April 2026 (1,606 vs 1,251 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Westminster sees higher rates of Theft from person (217), while Westminster has more Other theft (167). 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 — 1,251 vs 1,606 incidents. That is 22% fewer crimes. Westminster is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Westminster saw higher rates of Theft from person while Westminster had more Other theft. Overall, Westminster recorded fewer total crimes (1,251 vs 1,606).