Mapped: London boroughs with the highest crime in the first half of 2025
Briefly

London's crime statistics reveal a total of 455,768 offences were recorded from January to June 2025. Theft remained the most commonly recorded crime, with 148,559 incidents, despite a 4.5 percent decrease from the previous year. Violence against a person followed with 119,721 incidents, slightly higher than the previous year's number. Vehicle offences and arson/criminal damage were also prevalent. Westminster recorded the highest number of offences, followed by Camden and Newham, highlighting varying crime rates across different boroughs.
Westminster recorded the highest crime rate in London for the first half of 2025, showing a total of 41,639 offences, including significant theft and violent crimes.
The overall crime statistics revealed a total of 455,768 offences across London from January to June 2025, with a notable decrease in thefts compared to 2024.
The most recorded crime was theft, amounting to 148,559 incidents, which included thefts from a person and shoplifting, indicating ongoing issues with property crime.
Violence against a person was the second most common crime, with 119,721 recorded incidents, marking a slight increase over the previous year's statistics.
Read at www.independent.co.uk
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