Is SW1Y 5LU a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

3837 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of SW1Y 5LU. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
846
Theft from the person
675
Violence & sexual offences
588
Shoplifting
568
Anti-social behaviour
420
Public order
203
Drugs
161
Robbery
112

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

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