Is W1W 8DW a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
5240 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1W 8DW. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
1185
Theft from the person
957
Violence & sexual offences
768
Shoplifting
740
Anti-social behaviour
641
Public order
237
Robbery
172
Drugs
136
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 8DW on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1W 8DW on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.