Article
Number of homicides in London drops to lowest level since 2014, new figures show
There were 97 homicides in the capital in 2025, down 11 percent from 109 in 2024, data released by the Metropolitan Police says.
Unlimited access to exclusive news and features from a policing perspective. Stay informed on the latest issues facing the community. From an award-winning editorial team.
Full access to:
– The Police Oracle CPD accredited training academy
– Monthly CV writing and interview preparation surgeries
– Monthly resettlement webinars to help prepare to leave the service
– Monthly promotion support webinars designed to help officers navigate the four-step
– National Police Promotion Framework (NPPF) process.
– Meet the employer events. Meet international law enforcement employers to discover the opportunities open to UK police officers in the British Overseas Territories, Australia, New Zealand, the Middle East and beyond.
Subscribe now from only £0.56 per week
SubscribeRegister for free and get 4 articles per month
Register
There were 97 homicides in the capital in 2025, down 11 percent from 109 in 2024, data released by the Metropolitan Police says.
Advertisement