Britain's Train Crime Wave: Who's Behind It?

A Surge in Crime on Trains and Subways

Britain's once-safe train and subway systems are now facing a serious crime problem. New data reveals that foreign nationals are involved in a significant number of arrests:

• 80% of theft arrests
• 40% of violent crime suspects

Migrants make up a much smaller part of the population, making these statistics particularly alarming.

The Numbers Don't Lie

In the 2024–2025 reporting year:

• Nearly 3,700 out of 9,771 arrests involved non-British nationals.
• These arrests include drug offenses, sexual offenses, and violent crimes.
• The problem spans England, Wales, and Scotland.

Experts Blame Bad Policies

Experts argue that Britain's lax border control policies are to blame. The country has been admitting large numbers of people from high-risk areas without proper vetting, leading to increased crime on trains and in stations.

Similar issues are being reported in France, Germany, and Italy.

Calls for Action

Some advocates are pushing for stricter measures:

• Creating a visa "red list" to stop people from high-risk countries.
• Automatic deportation for foreign nationals who commit crimes.

The goal is to ensure that Britain's first duty is to protect its own people.

A Wider Issue

This is not just about crime on trains. It's about:

• Ensuring public safety in all public places.
• Making policies fair and effective.
• Securing Britain's borders.