Is NW1 5EL a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
2354 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of NW1 5EL. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour
468
Violence & sexual offences
391
Other theft
367
Theft from the person
311
Shoplifting
291
Public order
108
Vehicle crime
107
Robbery
85
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 5EL on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near NW1 5EL on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.