Is W2 5BU a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-09)
2168 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W2 5BU. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
Violence & sexual offences
387
Drugs
383
Anti-social behaviour
360
Shoplifting
227
Other theft
209
Theft from the person
182
Vehicle crime
123
Burglary
111
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 W2 5BU on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W2 5BU on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.