Is London a safe place to live? 'There are some places in London where I feel safe but my wife doesn't'

London is generally a safe place to live, especially when compared to many other large global cities.

However, like any major urban area, safety can vary depending on the neighbourhood, time of day, and your awareness of surroundings.

London has generally low violent crime rates compared to many major international cities. This, of course, isn’t without its exceptions.

In recent years, knife crime has become an epidemic in the capital, resulting in many Londoners feeling uncomfortable on the city’s streets.

Some boroughs (e.g., parts of Croydon, Newham, or Hackney) have higher crime rates, but these often involve gang-related issues that rarely affect residents not involved.

Petty crimes like pickpocketing, especially in crowded tourist areas (e.g., Oxford Street, Camden, stations like King’s Cross or Victoria) are also rife.

That said, there is a strong police presence in London, and public transport is considered to be generally safe.

We asked Londoners if they feel safe living in the capital. Watch our video above to find out what they said.

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