Is Glasgow more dangerous than London?

According to the latest crime statistics from the Metropolitan Police and Police Scotland, London is more dangerous than Glasgow.

In the 12 months to December 2021, there were 2,496 violent crimes per 100,000 people in London, compared to 1,899 violent crimes per 100,000 people in Glasgow.

London also had a higher rate of knife crime than Glasgow. In the 12 months to December 2021, there were 2,454 knife crimes per 100,000 people in London, compared to 1,178 knife crimes per 100,000 people in Glasgow.

However, it is worth noting that these statistics are based on police-recorded crime. They do not include unreported crime, which could be higher in Glasgow than London. Additionally, the definition of "violent crime" can vary between police forces.

Overall, while the statistics suggest that London is more dangerous than Glasgow, it is important to consider that crime levels can vary significantly within both cities.