Is NW1 5AY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
2357 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of NW1 5AY. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour
476
Violence & sexual offences
408
Other theft
366
Theft from the person
298
Shoplifting
271
Public order
117
Vehicle crime
106
Burglary
86
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near NW1 5AY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near NW1 5AY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.