Lajpat Nagar in New Delhi has 199 reported crimes across this dataset - about 59% fewer than the Delhi locality average of 485. SafePath rates it safe, safer than 81% of mapped Delhi areas.
The most-reported crimes in Lajpat Nagar are theft & robbery (165 reports) and burglary (18), out of 199 total across roughly 1.52 km² - about 131.08 reports per km². A "Safe" rating places it among the safer localities in this dataset - reported crime is low relative to the rest of Delhi, though basic street awareness still applies.
| Crime type | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Theft & robbery | 165 | |
| Burglary | 18 | |
| Assault & attack | 9 | |
| Sexual harassment | 9 | |
| Rape | 7 | |
| Murder | 3 | |
| Gang rape | 1 |
Theft and snatching are the most reported issues here - keep phones and bags secured, especially in crowded markets and at transit points.
With 199 reported crimes, Lajpat Nagar records about 59% fewer than the typical Delhi locality (485). Ranked against all 166 areas in this dataset, it comes out safer than 81% of them, putting it in the safe band. Safety also depends on time of day and exact street, so SafePath scores the specific route you plan rather than the area as a whole.
SafePath scores every walking, cycling and driving route by how close it passes to crime hot-zones, then highlights the lowest-risk path. Plan a route to or from Lajpat Nagar and compare the safest options side by side before you set off.
Neighbouring localities you can also check include Defence Colony, Amar Colony, Kotala Mubarak Pur and Greater Kailash. Compare their safety ratings too:
Crime figures are an approximate signal compiled from New Delhi crime data and community reports, not official statistics. Use them as guidance alongside local awareness.