Is W1W 8QY a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
5217 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W1W 8QY. Most common: Other theft.
Other theft
1145
Theft from the person
956
Violence & sexual offences
770
Shoplifting
747
Anti-social behaviour
658
Public order
230
Robbery
169
Drugs
139
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 8QY on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W1W 8QY on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.