City of London

Is City of London EC2R safe?

Covering wards: Coleman Street, Cordwainer, Broad Street, Bassishaw, Walbrook, Cheap, Cornhill, Clerkenwell

Thinking about moving to City of London EC2R? Police recorded 2,373 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — EC2R area

Official UK Police data

2,373 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Other theft 435
Theft from person 416
Violence & sexual offences 370
Above the national average

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Frequently asked questions

Is City of London EC2R safe to live in?

City of London EC2R recorded 2,373 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Other theft with 435 incidents. This is above the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in City of London EC2R?

In February 2026, the top crime types in City of London EC2R were: Other theft (435), Theft from person (416), and Violence & sexual offences (370). These accounted for 51% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does City of London EC2R compare to the national average?

City of London EC2R is above the national average for total recorded crime. Areas with higher crime rates aren't necessarily unsafe — much depends on crime type and context. Our full report breaks this down in detail.

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