Crime Rate in Pimlico South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pimlico South

The total recorded crimes in Pimlico South, Westminster, UK in May 2025 are around 97 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pimlico South crime rate of 0.77 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Pimlico South, encompassing approximately 126,034 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (35) incidents (6.06% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (35.29% increase)
  • Other theft: (12) incidents (100.00% increase)
Pimlico South Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Glasgow Terrace with total crimes: 14
  • Lupus Street with total crimes: 12
  • Claverton Street with total crimes: 10

How safe is Pimlico South?

To understand the safety of Pimlico South, we need to analyze Pimlico South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Westminster:

    • In 2024, Pimlico South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Westminster average, with 636 crimes compared to 13172.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Pimlico South recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Westminster.

    • In 2023, Pimlico South had fewer crimes than the Westminster average, with 1,096 crimes compared to 20,560. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pimlico South recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Westminster.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Westminster, Pimlico South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Pimlico South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Pimlico South has recorded 97 crimes with crime rate of 0.77 ranking 17th out of 17 in the Westminster, UK

In 2024, the total Pimlico South crimes were 636. The crime rate of Pimlico South in 2024 was 5.05 (year) or 0.42 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Westminster.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pimlico South were around 1,096 crimes with yearly crime rate of 8.70 (year) or 0.72 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Westminster.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pimlico South)CrimesRank (Pimlico South)CrimesRank (Pimlico South)
St James's10,122 294,079 2165,655 1
West End11,833 1109,811 1149,761 2
Marylebone1,564 312,577 319,709 3
Vincent Square395 42,652 54,493 4
Knightsbridge & Belgravia374 52,813 43,431 7
Lancaster Gate259 82,056 74,035 5
Regent's Park266 71,878 83,975 6
Pimlico North298 62,093 63,098 8
Bayswater227 101,473 92,417 9
Hyde Park256 91,314 102,336 10
Church Street180 121,298 112,325 11
Maida Vale185 11777 141,335 15
Harrow Road128 13806 131,579 12
Westbourne116 14870 121,351 14
Queen's Park100 16742 151,398 13
Little Venice105 15709 161,122 16
Abbey Road59 18506 18957 18

Pimlico South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (47 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (45 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (47 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (67 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (33 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

In July 2024, Theft from the person recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Theft from the person also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 180 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.36 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 202517
March 202521
February 202518
January 202513
December 202424
November 202415
October 202417
September 202414
August 202415
May 20243

A total of 63 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 202511
March 20256
February 20255
January 20253
December 20249
November 202410
October 20244
September 20246
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 424 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 42.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 67 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202535
April 202533
March 202547
February 202535
January 202545
December 202439
November 202447
October 202467
September 202443
August 202433

A total of 52 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20253
March 20254
January 20257
December 20249
November 202410
October 20244
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 70 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.36 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20256
March 20254
February 20256
January 20254
December 20245
November 202412
October 202410
September 20246
August 20244
May 20241

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20258
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20246
August 20242
May 20241

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20259
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20253
February 20254
December 20241
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 12 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 25 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20256
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
August 20243

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20256
March 20257
February 20251
January 20253
December 20246
November 20248
October 20244
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
October 20241

High Crime Locations Pimlico South in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Pimlico South postcode area is presented below.

1. Glasgow Terrace (Map)
Total14
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Lupus Street (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft2
Bicycle theft1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
3. Claverton Street (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Gloucester Street (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Theft from the person2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Drummond Gate (Map)
Total6
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
7. Grosvenor Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Other crime1
Other theft1
8. Churchill Gardens Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
9. Alderney Street (Map)
Total5
Burglary3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
10. Balvaird Place (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Burglary1
Drugs1

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