Is SW1V 1LW a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)
1574 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of SW1V 1LW. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour
308
Violence & sexual offences
274
Other theft
267
Theft from the person
227
Shoplifting
186
Public order
83
Vehicle crime
66
Drugs
39
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
1 active flood alert within ~15km right now.
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CQC ratings near SW1V 1LW on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near SW1V 1LW on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.