Is NW1 5QR a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

2132 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of NW1 5QR. Most common: Shoplifting.

Shoplifting
377
Anti-social behaviour
371
Other theft
341
Violence & sexual offences
276
Theft from the person
275
Vehicle crime
111
Public order
90
Drugs
84

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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GP & dentist ratings

CQC ratings near NW1 5QR on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

FSA ratings near NW1 5QR on Check Food Hygiene

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