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Is Islington EC1R safe?

Covering wards: Clerkenwell, Holborn & Covent Garden

Thinking about moving to Islington EC1R? Police recorded 2,395 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — EC1R area

Official UK Police data

2,395 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Other theft 408
Theft from person 394
Violence & sexual offences 376
Above the national average

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Is Islington EC1R safe to live in?

Islington EC1R recorded 2,395 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Other theft with 408 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 Islington EC1R?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Islington EC1R were: Other theft (408), Theft from person (394), and Violence & sexual offences (376). These accounted for 49% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Islington EC1R compare to the national average?

Islington EC1R 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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