Based on April 2026 Police data, Westminster (SW1W) recorded the lowest crime rate in Westminster, with 1,251 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Westminster (W1F) recorded 4,889 crimes in the same period — more than 3x the crime count of the safest area. All 19 areas analysed in Westminster exceeded 150 crimes per month, suggesting a higher-than-average crime environment overall. Even in the safest area, anti-social behaviour is the most commonly recorded crime type.
Based on April 2026 Police data, Westminster (SW1W) is the safest area in Westminster, recording 1,251 crimes — 66% fewer than the average across the 19 areas analysed. Anti-social behaviour was the most common crime type even in this safest area.
Westminster (W1F) recorded the most crime in Westminster in April 2026, with 4,889 incidents. Theft from person was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.
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