Top reported crimes [Missing text '/general/moreInfo' for 'English']
The figures below are based on the total number of crimes reported last month. Find out more and download the raw data on our Stats and data page.
for June 2019
Miscellaneous theft 106
Theft other than from a person, motor vehicle, residential or non-residential property.
Hotspots
Most common offences
Miscellaneous theft prevention advice
Theft from a person 62
Where items are stolen from someone without force or the threat of force. For example snatching items or pickpocketing.
Hotspots
Most common items stolen
Please note, a single case of theft could involve several items.
Theft from a person prevention advice
Advice
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Protect your phone
Find out how to keep your mobile phone safe and out of the hands of thieves and pickpockets.
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Don’t let them pocket it
All you need to know to help you spot pickpockets and to safeguard your belongings.
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How to stay safe while visiting London
Important information on protecting yourself and your belongings while in London.
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Protect yourself from ATM theft
Advice to help you protect yourself from thieves at an ATM and how to spot card readers and other false devices.
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Stay safe
How to keep yourself safe, secure and streetwise.
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Travel safe
How to keep yourself and your belongings safe while travelling around London.
Shoplifting 39
Where items are stolen from retail premises.
Hotspots
Most common items stolen
Please note, a single case of shoplifting could involve several items.
Shoplifting prevention advice
Advice
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Could you spot a shoplifter?
How to spot a shoplifter, how to protect yourself or your business and what to do if you see one in action.
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Fight crime with a business partnership
By joining or forming a business partnership, you'll be helping to reduce crime and disorder affecting your business and others.
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How secure is your shop?
Take the necessary steps to protect your shop or store from shoplifters.
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Tips to tackle theft by staff
Learn how to protect your business from theft by an employee – and what drives them to steal from you.