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Most Dangerous Areas in London 2026

The top 20 postcode districts in London ranked by lowest safety score based on police crime data. The London average safety score is 26.

London Summary
20
Ranked
26
London Avg
258
Total Districts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most dangerous areas in London?

The top most dangerous areas in London are CR7 (Croydon), E1 (East London), N1 (North London). These areas are ranked by lowest safety score based on police crime data.

Is CR7 Croydon a good area?

CR7 Croydon scores 39/100 on PostcodeScore, ranking #1 for most dangerous areas in London.

How are the most dangerous areas in London calculated?

Rankings are based on the Safety Score derived from official data sources including police crime data, Land Registry, Ofsted, and ONS statistics. Each district is scored 0-100 across 8 domains.

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