Is W1W 5BQ a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)

3600 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1W 5BQ. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
705
Shoplifting
613
Theft from the person
577
Violence & sexual offences
511
Anti-social behaviour
464
Drugs
176
Public order
142
Robbery
112

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

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Food hygiene ratings

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