Is W2 5AJ a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)

2344 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of W2 5AJ. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.

Violence & sexual offences
485
Anti-social behaviour
468
Drugs
449
Other theft
210
Shoplifting
165
Theft from the person
125
Public order
105
Vehicle crime
99

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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GP & dentist ratings

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