Is W1W 5BW a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
4740 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1W 5BW. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
999
Theft from the person
844
Violence & sexual offences
685
Shoplifting
673
Anti-social behaviour
647
Public order
199
Robbery
166
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 5BW on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1W 5BW on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.