GANGS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM

How many gangs are there in London?

According to current MPS intelligence there are 225 recognised gangs in London, comprising of around 3,600 gang members. Fifty-eight gangs are considered particularly active - accounting for two thirds of offences where a named gang has been identified as being involved. Gangs range from organised criminal networks involved in Class A drugs supply and firearms, to street-based gangs involved in violence and personal robbery.

This relatively small number of people is responsible for approximately 17% of serious violence and stabbings, 7% of personal robbery, 40% of shootings and 12% of aggravated burglary.

Where are they?

Gangs exist in and around all parts of London but are more prevalent in about 20 boroughs.

Who are they?

​Gangs are made up of mainly young people, aged between 18 and 24 years, but we have seen even younger children involved in or on the periphery of gangs. Gang-related violence exists in and affects all communities in London and our new task force will work with and for all communities to pursue gangs and gang members, regardless of their background


Source: Metropolitan Police  Trident and Area Crime Command