Is W1U 5HR a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

2956 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1U 5HR. Most common: Shoplifting.

Shoplifting
575
Other theft
537
Theft from the person
431
Anti-social behaviour
407
Violence & sexual offences
395
Vehicle crime
129
Drugs
126
Public order
113

Flood risk

Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.

1 active flood alert within ~15km right now.

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GP & dentist ratings

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Food hygiene ratings

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