Is W1B 1LS a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

4897 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1B 1LS. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
1019
Theft from the person
866
Shoplifting
715
Violence & sexual offences
712
Anti-social behaviour
656
Public order
208
Robbery
168
Drugs
140

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 W1B 1LS on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

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