British Transport Police solve under 6% of reported rail antisemitic crimes, report shows

Less than 6% of antisemitic crimes reported to British Transport Police (BTP) were solved in a recent year, according to figures released by the force. Between May 2025 and April 2026, BTP recorded 254 anti-Jewish crimes on the UK rail network, but only managed to resolve 14 of these cases. This low solve rate has prompted concern from campaign groups about the safety of Jewish commuters.

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By not tackling antisemitism head-on, you send a message that Jews are fair game.

The British Transport Police stated that not all offenses lead to arrests and that some cases are resolved through out-of-court measures. A spokesperson emphasized that the chances of being a victim of crime on the railway remain very low, citing 26 crimes per million passenger journeys in the previous reporting period. The force affirmed its commitment to working with communities and rail partners to ensure traveler security, stating that hate-motivated abuse, intimidation, and violence will not be tolerated.

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Everybody deserves to feel safe when they travel, and we are continuing to work with local communities and rail industry partners to ensure those using the rail network feel secure as they travel.

However, the Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) described the figures as "shambolic." The group warned that failing to confront antisemitism sends a message that Jews are "fair game." CAA polling indicates that 70% of British Jews feel uncomfortable disclosing their identity on public transport, leading them to urge BTP to ensure that British transport does not become a "no-go zone for Jews."

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Abuse, intimidation, and violence – especially that which is motivated by hate – will never be tolerated, and we have acted swiftly and decisively when we receive reports of hate crimes on the network.