Is W1W 5BD a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
4838 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1W 5BD. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
1034
Theft from the person
853
Violence & sexual offences
703
Shoplifting
693
Anti-social behaviour
651
Public order
195
Robbery
164
Vehicle crime
140
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 W1W 5BD on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1W 5BD on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.