Is W1B 5AN a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

4068 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1B 5AN. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
865
Theft from the person
727
Shoplifting
691
Violence & sexual offences
584
Anti-social behaviour
424
Public order
188
Drugs
177
Robbery
118

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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Food hygiene ratings

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