Our trip planners say: The tube makes travel easy: Riding the tube (London's metro) is a safe and easy way to get around town—of course, it's also a great city to walk or bike!
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Statistically, there is just one fatal accident for every 300 million journeys. There are several safety warnings given to passengers, such as the traditional 'mind the gap' announcement and the regular announcements for passengers to keep behind the yellow line.
Is the Tube Safe? The tube is an incredibly safe method of public transportation. It has its own police force, and unlike other subways systems in places like Paris or New York, it's actually pretty clean and well policed.
Rush HoursLike any major city, London has a very busy rush hour in the mornings and in the evenings when the majority of people are travelling to and from work. If possible, try to avoid travelling on the tube during these times, particularly if you have any large baggage/luggage with you.
Is it Safe to Walk Around London At Night? London is generally a safe city - even at night. Almost all of central London is well-lit and you'll very rarely find yourself alone as it's a 24-hour city. Public transport runs 24 hours a day, too, so it's easy to get around even after dark.
United Kingdom - Level 2: Exercise Increased CautionExercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to terrorism. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the United Kingdom.
Even at midnight, the area gives you the feel of midday. So it is a safe area if you chose to walk around at night. Still, it's best to remain on well-lit streets that frequently have added security provided by CCTV cameras after dark.
Keep your personal belongings safeLike any large city be wary of pickpockets operating in the busy stations and tubes. Carry a bag with zips and keep your personal belongings and valuable items on you and safely stored away to avoid any incidents.