Safest Areas in the UK 2026

Based on March 2026 Police data, Hillingdon (UB3) recorded the lowest crime rate across the UK, with 576 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Walthamstow (E17) recorded 831 crimes in the same period.

UK's 20 Safest Areas

1
Violence & sexual offences
576
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
831
crimes

UK's 20 Highest-Crime Areas

1
Violence & sexual offences
831
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
576
crimes

Frequently asked questions

What is the safest area in the UK?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Hillingdon (UB3) is the safest area nationally, recording 576 crimes — 18% fewer than the average across the 2 areas analysed. Violence & sexual offences was the most common crime type even in this safest area.

What is the most dangerous area in the UK?

Walthamstow (E17) recorded the most crime nationally in March 2026, with 831 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.

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