Is W2 5LJ a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-08)
2500 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of W2 5LJ. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.
Violence & sexual offences
530
Anti-social behaviour
500
Drugs
483
Shoplifting
235
Other theft
207
Theft from the person
120
Public order
103
Vehicle crime
99
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
2 active flood alerts within ~15km right now.
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CQC ratings near W2 5LJ on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near W2 5LJ on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.