Is W1B 5LY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)
4343 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1B 5LY. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
846
Theft from the person
794
Shoplifting
694
Violence & sexual offences
648
Anti-social behaviour
545
Public order
190
Drugs
150
Robbery
139
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 5LY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1B 5LY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.