High Street vs St James
London crime comparison • January 2026
🏆 Safer Neighbourhood
St James
Score 11/100
Comparison Summary
When comparing High Street and St James, St James is safer than High Street. High Street has a safety score of 5/100, which is considered high risk for London. St James scores 11/100, rated as high risk.
The 6-point difference suggests similar crime levels in both areas. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from January 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is safer, High Street or St James?
St James is safer with a score of 11/100 compared to High Street's 5/100.
Is High Street a safe place to live?
High Street has a safety score of 5/100, which is high risk compared to other London neighbourhoods.
Extra caution is advised in this area.
How are these safety scores calculated?
Safety scores are based on official crime data from the Metropolitan Police.
Each neighbourhood is ranked against all other UK neighbourhoods, with 100 being the safest and 0 the least safe.
Scores account for violent crime, property crime, and anti-social behaviour.