Seizures of drugs in England and Wales

This publication provides an overview of drug seizures made by the police (including the British Transport Police) and Border Force in the year ending 31 March 2022 in England and Wales. The data relate to all drugs controlled under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 (MDA) and the Psychoactive Substance Act 2016 (PSA).

The number and quantity of seizures made can be affected by police and Border Force activity and changes in recording practices, as well as changes in the drugs market. Therefore, the number and quantity of drug seizures each year should not be taken as an indicator of drug prevalence in England and Wales.