Blink and it's gone.
Over 80,000 phones stolen in London every year. Organised gangs use bikes, mopeds, and distraction tactics to snatch phones in seconds.
London visitors
Tourist safety: keep your phone secure in London
Fast tips for travellers and students: avoid kerbside scrolling, use cross-body bags, pre-save Find My links, and know who to contact if you're targeted.
Before you arrive
Enable Find My, turn on device passcodes and Face ID/biometrics, and store IMEI + carrier contact numbers.
While in the city
Keep devices away from kerbs and train doors, use cross-body straps, and avoid flashing phones in crowded tourist hotspots.
If it's stolen
Lock the device remotely, block the SIM, call your bank, and file a report with police—follow our 5-step emergency guide.
Latest Mobile Security News
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Theft Hotspots & Statistics
See where thefts happen most, when you're at highest risk, and how the epidemic is growing across UK cities.
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Essential Resources
Prevention Guides
Secure your device with PIN locks, SIM protection, and app security. Learn how to prevent theft before it happens.
Learn How to Protect Your PhoneEmergency Response
Phone stolen? Follow our 5-step emergency checklist to lock your device, secure accounts, and report the theft.
See Emergency StepsUK Bank Contacts
Emergency contact numbers for 25+ UK banks. Secure your accounts and prevent fraud immediately.
Find Your BankMobile Networks
Contact details for 50+ UK mobile providers. Block your SIM and prevent unauthorized usage.
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