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Most Dangerous Areas in UK 2026

The top 20 postcode districts in UK ranked by lowest safety score based on police crime data. The UK average safety score is 46.

UK Summary
20
Ranked
46
UK Avg
2231
Total Districts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most dangerous areas in UK?

The top most dangerous areas in UK are BN1 (Brighton), CR7 (Croydon), CV1 (Coventry). These areas are ranked by lowest safety score based on police crime data.

Is BN1 Brighton a good area?

BN1 Brighton scores 36/100 on PostcodeScore, ranking #1 for most dangerous areas in UK.

How are the most dangerous areas in UK 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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