Black people are 48 times more likely to be stopped by police' in these London areas

"Black people face a disproportionately higher risk of being stopped and searched by police in affluent areas of London. New data reveals they are up to 48 times more likely than white people to experience this. A comprehensive analysis of 152,000 Metropolitan Police stop records from 2023 further revealed that the stated reasons for these searches were often less specific when applied to Black individuals."

"Researchers at King's College London identified the wards with the most significant disparities: East Sheen in Richmond, where Black people were 48 times more likely to be searched; Dulwich Village, with a rate of 40 times; and Hampstead Town, at 38 times. Across London, Black residents were 3.4 times more likely than their white counterparts to be stopped and searched by officers in February this year."

"Dr Yijing Li from King's College London said: Our modelling revealed clear evidence of unexplained disproportionality in how stop and search powers are used across London. Analysis of 152,000 Met Police stop records from 2023 revealed that the stated reasons for these searches were often less specific when applied to Black individuals."

Analysis of 152,000 Metropolitan Police stop records from 2023 reveals significant racial disparities in police stop and search practices across London. Black individuals are up to 48 times more likely to be stopped and searched than white people in affluent areas, with the most severe disparities found in East Sheen, Dulwich Village, and Hampstead Town. Across London, Black residents were 3.4 times more likely to be stopped and searched compared to white counterparts in February. Research from King's College London identified that stated reasons for searches were often less specific when applied to Black individuals, indicating unexplained disproportionality in how stop and search powers are exercised.

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