Is W1W 5BY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)
3762 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1W 5BY. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
736
Shoplifting
642
Theft from the person
589
Violence & sexual offences
533
Anti-social behaviour
473
Drugs
194
Public order
157
Vehicle crime
124
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 5BY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1W 5BY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.