Is SW1W 8LJ a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)
1386 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of SW1W 8LJ. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour
296
Violence & sexual offences
252
Other theft
205
Shoplifting
189
Theft from the person
157
Vehicle crime
77
Public order
75
Burglary
42
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 SW1W 8LJ on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near SW1W 8LJ on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.