Is SW1W 8UR a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

1458 crimes recorded

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

Anti-social behaviour
299
Violence & sexual offences
281
Other theft
230
Shoplifting
188
Theft from the person
162
Public order
84
Vehicle crime
71
Burglary
47

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 8UR on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

FSA ratings near SW1W 8UR on Check Food Hygiene

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