Police & crime reporting
How to contact the police in London and the rest of the UK, report crime, and find victim support. For emergencies always dial 999; for non-emergencies use 101 or your force’s online reporting.
Emergency vs non-emergency
Use 999 when life is in danger, a crime is happening now, or an offender is nearby. Use 101 for non-urgent matters and to report crimes that do not need an immediate police presence.
London & UK policing
- Metropolitan Police serves Greater London — local borough teams, online reporting, and Live Chat on official sites.
- City of London Police covers the Square Mile.
- Other UK forces — find your force via Police.uk.
Reporting options
Victims & witnesses
Free support is available after crime — including independent advice regardless of whether you reported to police.