A recent article by Westminster Extra reminds me that it has been 20 years since the tragic murder of 23-year-old nursery assistant Camille Gordon in the doorway of a Soho club. It occurred in March 2004, barely six months after I moved to Soho at the age of 18. Though I’d always prided myself on being street savvy, for the first time, the news of a young black woman being killed in this area instilled a sense of fear in me.

Many crimes in Soho often go unheard or unresolved, and while we promote the area as a vibrant lifestyle destination, it is crucial to confront the reality of the crime epidemic that affects Soho, much like any cosmopolitan nightlife hub. So we’ve gathered insights from community meetings and recommendations from locals aimed at helping you remain safe during your nights out in Soho.