Tom Cruise Reportedly Abandons £35 Million London Apartment Over Growing Safety Concerns
Hollywood icon Tom Cruise has reportedly moved out of his luxury apartment in London’s exclusive Knightsbridge district, citing fears that the neighbourhood is becoming “less safe by the week.” The 63-year-old actor, who has spent considerable time in the UK filming the latest installments of the Mission: Impossible franchise, is believed to have vacated his penthouse at the renowned One Hyde Park complex following a violent robbery nearby.
Sources close to the actor indicate that the decision was precipitated by a brazen daylight raid on the Bucherer Rolex boutique, located at the base of his apartment building. According to reports, a gang of masked thieves on motorcycles executed a coordinated attack on the high-end store. Witnesses described the perpetrators wielding machetes and sledgehammers to smash through reinforced glass, making off with a haul of luxury timepieces in an operation that lasted just minutes.
While Cruise was not personally targeted, the proximity and violence of the incident reportedly served as a wake-up call regarding the security of the area. An insider told the press, “The over-aggressive attack on the store below cemented the lack of security surrounding the multi-million pound flats where Cruise lives.” The source added that while Cruise previously enjoyed walking around Knightsbridge, he now feels the area has “declined” significantly over the past year or two.
The actor’s departure marks a significant shift, as he had effectively made London his professional headquarters and personal base. Residents and staff at the One Hyde Park development—often cited as one of the most expensive addresses in the world—reportedly saw removal teams packing up the actor’s belongings shortly after the incident.
Knightsbridge and the surrounding borough of Kensington and Chelsea have long been considered among London’s safest and most affluent areas. However, recent data suggests a rise in high-profile street crimes, particularly those involving moped gangs targeting wealthy residents and luxury stores. Metropolitan Police figures recorded nearly 300 crimes in the Knightsbridge and Belgravia areas in November 2025 alone, fueling concerns among the local elite.
Cruise’s former residence, valued at approximately £35 million, offered panoramic views of Hyde Park and access to high-end amenities. Despite his well-documented affection for London, the escalation in local crime appears to have made the location untenable for the star. It remains unclear where the actor will establish his next primary residence, though he maintains properties in the United States.
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