Is W1W 5BL a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
4601 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1W 5BL. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
939
Theft from the person
815
Violence & sexual offences
656
Shoplifting
655
Anti-social behaviour
650
Public order
201
Robbery
162
Vehicle crime
133
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 5BL on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1W 5BL on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.