Crime Rates in SE1
Crime statistics for SE1 from official Police UK data. See total crimes, category breakdown, and how SE1 compares.
How safe is Southwark & Waterloo (SE1)?
SE1 spans the South Bank from Waterloo to London Bridge, featuring the Tate Modern, Borough Market, and Southwark Cathedral. Once industrial, the area has transformed into a vibrant mix of riverside apartments and converted warehouses.
Which types of crime are most reported in SE1?
The checker above breaks SE1 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 SE1?
Enter a full SE1 postcode into the checker above to see crimes recorded within about a mile over the last 12 months, taken directly from Police.uk.
SE1 at a glance
Around 2,740 crimes were recorded near SE1 (2026-07), most commonly theft from the person (564).
- Recorded crimes
- 2,740
- Theft From The Person
- 564
- Violent Crime
- 474
- Other Theft
- 435
- Anti Social Behaviour
- 393
- Shoplifting
- 268
Approximate, for the SE1 area. Source: Police UK. Check a specific postcode below.
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