Could it flood?
Environment Agency flood-risk banding for rivers, sea and surface water, explained, not just colour-coded.
"Low risk: outside the higher-risk zones, but the nearby waterway is worth a glance."
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UB7 9AB
West Drayton · Hillingdon
Flood riskNone identified
Crime324 in 12 months
Median price£440,000
Updated 2026-07 · Official data
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Is crime rising or falling?
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"Broadly average for the city, and falling year on year."
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"A steady median, gently up on three years ago."
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"Crime is broadly in line with the city average and falling year on year. Flood risk is low. Sold prices are steady, slightly behind the wider borough trend."
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