Is SW1W 8RX a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

1267 crimes recorded

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

Anti-social behaviour
303
Violence & sexual offences
254
Other theft
158
Shoplifting
148
Theft from the person
110
Public order
70
Vehicle crime
66
Burglary
57

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 8RX on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

FSA ratings near SW1W 8RX on Check Food Hygiene

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