Is NW1 5BE a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
2418 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of NW1 5BE. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour
482
Violence & sexual offences
401
Other theft
374
Theft from the person
314
Shoplifting
303
Public order
117
Vehicle crime
110
Burglary
87
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 5BE on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near NW1 5BE on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.