What are the common crimes?

Aggressive behaviour is common in the city centre especially after a night out, keep calm and an eye open for people who look to be causing trouble.

Sex attacks are on the increase in Edinburgh, be aware of your surrounding if walking home late at night. It is advised to take a taxi or stay with groups of friends.

Watch your personal belongings at all times, opportunists will take advantage of anyone who is not aware of what they have with them.