Is W1C 1BY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)
3635 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1C 1BY. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
680
Shoplifting
655
Theft from the person
595
Violence & sexual offences
492
Anti-social behaviour
432
Drugs
193
Public order
156
Robbery
126
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 W1C 1BY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1C 1BY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.