Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SW1E · Westminster
2,159
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SW1P · Westminster
1,500
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Westminster has less crime — 1,500 vs 2,159 incidents in February 2026.
Westminster saw somewhat more crime than Westminster in February 2026 (2,159 vs 1,500 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Westminster sees higher rates of Other theft (371), while Westminster has more Violence & sexual offences (271). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Westminster recorded fewer crimes than Westminster — 1,500 vs 2,159 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes. Westminster is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Westminster saw higher rates of Other theft while Westminster had more Violence & sexual offences. Overall, Westminster recorded fewer total crimes (1,500 vs 2,159).