Knightsbridge

London, United Kingdom

Overall Safety
Good
3.9 / 5
Based on 12 Safety Metrics
Summary

Knightsbridge is luxury shopping central - safe but expensive. Good security around the big stores, though pickpockets target tourists. Worth a visit if you want to see Harrods and don't mind the prices.

Luxury shopping destinationUpscale and sophisticatedInternational clienteleHigh-end dining sceneWell-maintained and secure
Details

Knightsbridge is luxury shopping with the security to match. Harrods and Harvey Nichols have their own security teams, and police patrol regularly because of all the high-end stores. It's safe but very touristy, which means pickpockets target shoppers carrying multiple bags, especially during sales. The Tube station gets packed and that's where most theft happens. If you're shopping here, keep your bag in front of you and don't carry too much cash. The hotel bars are good for solo drinks and the area feels secure to walk around, even at night.

Safety Ratings

Daytime Safety

Excellent

Night Walking Safety

Good

Harassment Risk

Low

Public Transport Safety

Excellent

Pickpocketing Risk

Moderate

Scam Risk

Moderate

Police Visibility

Excellent

Emergency Services

Excellent

Evening Venues

Good

Solo Dining

Excellent

Drug Activity

Low

Homelessness Visibility

Low

Getting By in English

Excellent
Recommended Places

Cafes

  • Harrods Tea Rooms
  • The Berkeley
  • Peggy Porschen

Restaurants

  • Dinner by Heston Blumenthal
  • Zuma
  • The Capital Restaurant

Bars

  • The Blue Bar at The Berkeley
  • Zuma Bar
  • Hyde Bar

Other Spots

  • Harrods
  • Harvey Nichols
  • Hyde Park
Impressions & Tips

"Safe area but expensive - budget accordingly"

"Good luxury shopping if that's your thing"

"Hotel bars and upscale restaurants are solo-friendly"

"Lots of security around the big shops"

"Hyde Park is right there for walking"

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