Is W1J 5LB a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
4612 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1J 5LB. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
937
Theft from the person
867
Shoplifting
734
Violence & sexual offences
682
Anti-social behaviour
536
Public order
209
Robbery
163
Drugs
128
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 W1J 5LB on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1J 5LB on Check Food Hygiene