City of London

Is City of London EC4Y safe?

Covering wards: Castle Baynard, Clerkenwell, Farringdon Without, St James's

Thinking about moving to City of London EC4Y? Police recorded 3,306 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — EC4Y area

Official UK Police data

3,306 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Theft from person 847
Other theft 693
Violence & sexual offences 445
Above the national average

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Frequently asked questions

Is City of London EC4Y safe to live in?

City of London EC4Y recorded 3,306 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Theft from person with 847 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 EC4Y?

In February 2026, the top crime types in City of London EC4Y were: Theft from person (847), Other theft (693), and Violence & sexual offences (445). These accounted for 60% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does City of London EC4Y compare to the national average?

City of London EC4Y 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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