Is W1G 8AB a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

4302 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1G 8AB. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
859
Theft from the person
781
Shoplifting
629
Violence & sexual offences
624
Anti-social behaviour
585
Public order
177
Robbery
156
Vehicle crime
130

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 W1G 8AB on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

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