Is W1B 1LY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
4920 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1B 1LY. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
1032
Theft from the person
871
Shoplifting
718
Violence & sexual offences
711
Anti-social behaviour
657
Public order
208
Robbery
169
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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CQC ratings near W1B 1LY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1B 1LY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.