Is W1W 8JQ a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

5267 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W1W 8JQ. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
1181
Theft from the person
967
Violence & sexual offences
771
Shoplifting
740
Anti-social behaviour
654
Public order
238
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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GP & dentist ratings

CQC ratings near W1W 8JQ on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

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