Is W1H 5LA a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

2241 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1H 5LA. Most common: Shoplifting.

Shoplifting
405
Other theft
374
Anti-social behaviour
370
Theft from the person
308
Violence & sexual offences
281
Vehicle crime
115
Drugs
90
Public order
86

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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