Is W1A 1AB a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)

3705 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1A 1AB. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
666
Shoplifting
657
Theft from the person
602
Violence & sexual offences
518
Anti-social behaviour
477
Drugs
152
Public order
152
Burglary
127

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 W1A 1AB on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

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