Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Aberdeen, Scotland, call the Police Scotland non-emergency line at 101 (24/7) 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 999 2.
Who to call in Aberdeen
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance, coastguard | 999 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Police Scotland) | 101, 24/7 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Urgent medical help that is not an emergency | NHS 111 | 4 |
What does the Police Scotland say?
"You can call 101 if it's not an emergency." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples (in French) 1:
- "speak to a specific police officer"
- "report a crime that’s already happened (for example, theft)"
- "get advice on how to prevent a crime"
- "make us aware of policing issues in your area"
- "ask us to escort an abnormal load"
Who answers the call?
In Aberdeen, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Police Scotland 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Scotland: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Inverness. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Aberdeen?
101, the Police Scotland non-emergency line 1.
Is 101 the same as 999?
No. 999 is for emergencies 2; 101 is the Police Scotland line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Aberdeen?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Police Scotland has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 4
- Police Scotland · Police Scotland Non Emergencies - Phone 101 - Police Scotland checked 2026-11-05
- NHS · When to call 999 checked 2026-11-05
- Police Scotland · How to report a crime - Police Scotland checked 2026-11-05
- NHS · When to use NHS 111 online or call 111 checked 2026-11-05