How many streets in NYC, that are the bad areas?

Do you feel safe on the streets of London?

• I'm thinking about going to London for a working holiday, but coming from a small town in rural Canada I'm a little worried. I heard the crime rate is six times higher than in NYC, and it isn't concentrated in the poorer areas such as the NYC districts of Bronx and Harlem. I also heard that nightlife consists of a race to get drunk before the bars close, and then picking fights on the city streets. I'm not much a of a partier, but if I did go to London would I be able to walk the streets without fear of being assaulted? I'm probably being silly here, but I'm sure you can understand why I would be a little apprehensive.

• Answer:

  London is a safe place...it is like anywhere in the world you just have to be aware of what is going on around you. I have been living in London all my life and after 11pm I am weary but if you stick with people or use public transport then you should be fine. They have cctv camera's practically everywhere even on the buses and stations. I would not worry and spoil your trip just be vigilant and make sure you bag is closed all the time epsecially on packed tube trains. I hope this helps and you have a great time in London. Leicester Square is always buzzing whatever time it is...just keep ur wits about you. Remeber to bring a brolly and a coat..as the weather is more unreliable.