Crime and public protection facts

Facts & statistics

1,336

- number of Londoners under 20 accused of Serious Youth Violence in 2009  – 0.07% of the total under 20 population

99% campaign

- the overwhelming majority of young Londoners are not involved in committing serious youth violence. The 1% who are can be challenged and changed. Find out more about the 99% campaign

£50 million

- Annual London boroughs contribution to community safety, including 300 community support officers, 60 police posts, and CCTV

Top 3

crime/anti-social behaviour concerns for Londoners: speeding vehicles, dangerous driving and teenagers hanging around

79%

of victims of crime in London are satisfied with the response of the police. Among minority ethnic victims of crime the figure is around 5% lower. Read more on the Metropolitan Police website