Is W1W 8EX a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
5248 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1W 8EX. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
1182
Theft from the person
952
Violence & sexual offences
772
Shoplifting
738
Anti-social behaviour
653
Public order
237
Robbery
172
Drugs
135
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 8EX on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1W 8EX on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.