Plaistow South vs Plaistow West and Canning Town East
London crime comparison • January 2026
🏆 Safer Neighbourhood
Plaistow West and Canning Town East
Score 4/100
Comparison Summary
When comparing Plaistow South and Plaistow West and Canning Town East, Plaistow West and Canning Town East is safer than Plaistow South. Plaistow South has a safety score of 3/100, which is considered high risk for London. Plaistow West and Canning Town East scores 4/100, rated as high risk.
The 1-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, Plaistow South or Plaistow West and Canning Town East?
Plaistow West and Canning Town East is safer with a score of 4/100 compared to Plaistow South's 3/100.
Is Plaistow South a safe place to live?
Plaistow South has a safety score of 3/100, 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.