Is WC2N 5JB a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

4722 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of WC2N 5JB. Most common: Other theft.

Other theft
1112
Theft from the person
855
Violence & sexual offences
718
Shoplifting
646
Anti-social behaviour
616
Public order
209
Robbery
139
Drugs
112

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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GP & dentist ratings

CQC ratings near WC2N 5JB on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

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