Map shows areas worst hit by scams in UK with £18,000,000 lost this year alone

Recent data from Santander UK revealed that customers lost £18 million to scams in the first quarter of 2025, with Devon and Derbyshire being the hardest hit areas outside London. The report highlighted a staggering 315% increase in theft in Devon and a 467% rise in Derbyshire, emphasizing the growing prevalence of Authorised Push Payment (APP) scams, where victims are tricked into making payments for non-existent products. Santander urged vigilance against online scams, especially those targeting younger buyers and the elderly, while new regulations now protect customers from substantial losses.