Holborn and Covent Garden Crime Rate

Metropolitan Police Service • January 2026 Data

0
UK Score
1
Metropolitan Score
F
High Risk
Total Crimes
4496
January 2026
Violent Crime
597
Assaults, robbery
Property Crime
1063
Burglary, theft
Anti-Social
504
Nuisance, disorder
Population
12,098
Census 2021
Crime Rate
371.6
per 1,000 people

Is Holborn and Covent Garden Safe?

Holborn and Covent Garden has a safety score of 0/100, placing it in the bottom 0% of UK neighbourhoods. In January 2026, police recorded 4496 crimes in this area, including 597 violent offences.

This area has higher crime rates than most UK neighbourhoods. Take extra precautions with personal belongings and avoid walking alone at night.

Crime Breakdown

1260
Theft from Person
864
Other Theft
597
Violent Crime
504
Anti-Social Behaviour
371
Shoplifting
174
Drugs
172
Robbery
168
Public Order

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holborn and Covent Garden safe to live in?
Holborn and Covent Garden has a Safety Score of 0/100, rated "High Risk". This score is based on 4,496 crimes reported in January 2026.
What is Holborn and Covent Garden's crime rate?
Holborn and Covent Garden recorded 4,496 crimes in January 2026, including 597 violent crimes and 1063 property crimes.
Which police force covers Holborn and Covent Garden?
Holborn and Covent Garden is policed by Metropolitan Police Service.

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Nearby: Clerkenwell · Fleet · Bloomsbury · King's Cross · Bunhill · Barbican
District: Camden
City: London
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