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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

3855 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1J 5AW. Most common: Shoplifting.

Shoplifting
747
Other theft
743
Theft from the person
640
Violence & sexual offences
548
Anti-social behaviour
419
Drugs
188
Public order
169
Vehicle crime
123

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 W1J 5AW on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

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