Is Lancaster Gate Safe?
Crime statistics for Lancaster Gate. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 20,041 total crimes recorded in Lancaster Gate
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Lancaster Gate — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Lancaster Gate
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Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Lancaster Gate by safety score
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lancaster Gate safe?
Lancaster Gate has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. A total of 20,041 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 0% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Lancaster Gate are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Lancaster Gate in the last 12 months?
20,041 crimes were recorded in Lancaster Gate in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 0% compared to the previous 12-month period (20,042 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 4,031 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Lancaster Gate?
The most common crime in Lancaster Gate is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 4,031 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 20.1% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Lancaster Gate increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Lancaster Gate is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 0% — from 20,042 crimes in the previous 12 months to 20,041 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Lancaster Gate?
Lancaster Gate has a safety score of 8 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Lancaster Gate compare to the Metropolitan Police Service average?
Lancaster Gate has a safety score of 8/100, while the Metropolitan Police Service force area average is 9/100. Lancaster Gate is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Lancaster Gate?
33.8% of crimes recorded in Lancaster Gate resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Metropolitan Police Service. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Lancaster Gate?
3,409 violent crimes were recorded in Lancaster Gate in the last 12 months — representing 17% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 4,031 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Lancaster Gate last updated?
The crime data for Lancaster Gate was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Lancaster Gate with other areas?
You can compare Lancaster Gate with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.