Is SW1W 8BW a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

1469 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of SW1W 8BW. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.

Anti-social behaviour
294
Violence & sexual offences
286
Other theft
223
Shoplifting
202
Theft from the person
149
Public order
87
Vehicle crime
76
Burglary
51

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 SW1W 8BW on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

FSA ratings near SW1W 8BW on Check Food Hygiene

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