Is W2 1AU a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)
1861 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W2 1AU. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
Anti-social behaviour
454
Violence & sexual offences
333
Other theft
229
Shoplifting
177
Drugs
145
Theft from the person
120
Burglary
100
Public order
87
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
1 active flood alert within ~15km right now.
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CQC ratings near W2 1AU on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W2 1AU on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.