Crime Rates in NW8
Crime statistics for NW8 from official Police UK data. See total crimes, category breakdown, and how NW8 compares.
How safe is St John's Wood (NW8)?
NW8 covers St John's Wood, one of London's most exclusive residential areas adjacent to Regent's Park and Lord's Cricket Ground. White-stucco villas and mansion flats attract wealthy international buyers and families seeking zone 2 luxury.
Which types of crime are most reported in NW8?
The checker above breaks NW8 down by offence category — burglary, violence, anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime and the rest — so you can see which offences actually drive the total rather than judging the area on one headline number.
How do I check crime rates for a specific street in NW8?
Enter a full NW8 postcode into the checker above to see crimes recorded within about a mile over the last 12 months, taken directly from Police.uk.
NW8 at a glance
Around 1,296 crimes were recorded near NW8 (2026-07), most commonly anti social behaviour (353).
- Recorded crimes
- 1,296
- Anti Social Behaviour
- 353
- Violent Crime
- 272
- Other Theft
- 161
- Shoplifting
- 82
- Vehicle Crime
- 80
Approximate, for the NW8 area. Source: Police UK. Check a specific postcode below.
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