Soho Nightlife: Staying Safe On Your Night Out | My Soho Times

Soho Nightlife Safety Warnings

BE STREET SMART

Residents and visitors are advised to avoid Bateman Street, Greek Street, and Old Compton Street after dark, especially between midnight and 3am due to increased robberies and assaults. Door security staff at clubs may not provide adequate help during incidents outside. It’s recommended to use Twitter/X @MetCC for quick communication and the Met Police website for non-emergencies while dialling 999 for emergencies.

COMMON CRIMES AND PRECAUTIONS

Theft of phones, bags, and wallets is prevalent, particularly involving individuals who may be intoxicated and vulnerable. If feeling threatened, seek safety in shops or restaurants rather than asking strangers for help.

STREET LIGHTING AND COMMUNITY INITIATIVES

The Metropolitan Police are pushing for better street lighting and more CCTV on Greek Street and Bateman Street. Soho Square Gardens, though generally safe, has insufficient nighttime lighting. Organised crime in Oxford Street is a concern, but local beggars are often legitimate. Regular crime prevention workshops and community meetings engage residents about safety issues.

Feeling Unsafe on a Night Out?

• You can use Ask for Angela to tell staff you may be in trouble. This code-phrase will indicate to staff that you require help and a trained member of staff will then look to support and assist.
• Use 101 to call police about a non-emergency issue or 999 if someone is in serious danger. You can also use @MetCC on social media X to report crime.

How to Protect Yourself

There are three key things you can do to protect yourself and to help prevent a robbery:

• Stay aware of your surroundings and pay attention to who’s around you
• Keep valuables such as mobile phones, watches and cash out of sight
• Plan your route home

It’s advised to register your mobile devices with Immobilise.com. The website allows police to trace them back to their owners when they are found connected to a crime.