Is W1W 5NW a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

4582 crimes recorded

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

Other theft
971
Theft from the person
800
Anti-social behaviour
646
Shoplifting
646
Violence & sexual offences
644
Public order
192
Robbery
154
Vehicle crime
141

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

CQC ratings near W1W 5NW on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

FSA ratings near W1W 5NW on Check Food Hygiene

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