Safest Areas in Greater London 2026

Based on May 2026 Police data, Greater London (TN16) recorded the lowest crime rate in Greater London, with 6 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Lewisham (SE4) recorded 1,209 crimes in the same period — more than 201x the crime count of the safest area. The 5 postcode areas analysed in Greater London span both ends of the spectrum — some well below and others well above the national crime benchmark. Even in the safest area, other theft is the most commonly recorded crime type.

Top 20 Safest Areas

1
Other theft
6
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
89
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
438
crimes
4
Barnet HA8
Anti-social behaviour
554
crimes
5
Violence & sexual offences
1,209
crimes

20 Areas with Highest Crime

1
Violence & sexual offences
1,209
crimes
2
Barnet HA8
Anti-social behaviour
554
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
438
crimes
4
Violence & sexual offences
89
crimes
5
Other theft
6
crimes

Frequently asked questions

What is the safest area in Greater London?

Based on May 2026 Police data, Greater London (TN16) is the safest area in Greater London, recording 6 crimes — 99% fewer than the average across the 5 areas analysed. Other theft was the most common crime type even in this safest area.

What is the most dangerous area in Greater London?

Lewisham (SE4) recorded the most crime in Greater London in May 2026, with 1,209 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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