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Unlike many capital cities worldwide, London is a comparatively safe place to study and live if you have common sense and are aware of your surroundings. This article outlines some key points about safety whilst you study in London. Generally all regions of London are safe during the day for anyone who acts with the least amount of common sense. Although there is little risk of meeting actual physical harm if you are streetwise, statistically the crime rate is higher at night in certain areas such as Wood Green, Harlesden, and Thamesmead. "Crime and Community Safety" is always maintained as a priority agenda item by The London Mayor and Greater London Authority (Metropolitan Police,chanel j12, London Development Agency, Transport for London and the London Fire Brigade) resulting in local initiatives being set up to standardize safety in London neighbourhoods for all people. Due to recent developments released by the London Metropolitan Police it is now possible to map any reported crime in any London location using a crime map on the internet (maps.met.police.uk). This crime map may be a useful resource to give you an idea of safety in a particular neighbourhood before you come to study in London and choose somewhere to live. When you arrive to study in London for the first time, you may not be familiar with your new environment so taking a few preventative measures to ensure you stay safe is a good idea: Safe Keeping of Personal Property When you move to your new home to study in London, if you decide to go out during the day, do not leave your cherished possessions and vital documents on public view, and remember to always lock the door and windows behind you. It is always wise to store copies of your passport, visa details, entry clearance and immigration stamps away from originals,chane watch, so that you have a back up. Never leave valuable property outdoors where there is a higher likelihood of it being stolen. Some London bike thieves can operate quickly even when a bike is locked to a street railing for a short amount of time, they will find a way to take seats, and wheels. Plan a Route Most International, and even national, students who are new to study in London may be apprehensive when travelling on the London Transport Network. This is easily remedied by using (journeyplanner.tfl.gov.uk), a handy online resource which can assist you in finding your way around any part of London by simply mapping the most efficient route to your destination. Your selected route can then be printed which can be especially useful if travelling at night in an unknown area. Keep Bags Zipped Most reported petty theft or bag snatching incidents in London predominantly occur outside tube stations,white chanel watch, close to cash machines and in crowded shopping malls, so be sure to keep bags zipped and a close watch on any personal items you are carrying such as a mobile phone or laptop when using the transport system. It is more sensible to keep credit or debit cards and a limit of ?0 of cash in your wallet. Carrying huge amounts of cash around with you is neither advisable or necessary, especially if you are here to study in London. When you live and study in London you will find that an increased awareness of your environment quickly becomes second nature to you and safety is not a big issue.