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North Hanwell

About

North Hanwell occupies the western edge of the London Borough of Ealing, bordered by the River Brent and the Grand Union Canal. The area is primarily residential, characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, with some post-war developments. Its landscape is defined by the sloping terrain towards the river and the significant green corridor formed by the waterways. The ward includes the southern section of Brent Lodge Park, commonly known as the 'Bunny Park'.

The area's transport identity is strongly linked to the Great Western Railway, with Hanwell station providing key connections. Local commerce is centred along the Uxbridge Road and Boston Road, serving the community's daily needs. The presence of St. Mark's Hospital and several schools adds institutional anchors. The Hanwell Flight of locks on the Grand Union Canal, a notable series of six locks, represents a focal point of local industrial heritage and linear parkland.

Area overview

On average North Hanwell has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in North Hanwell is £71,810 per year. There are 6 schools in North Hanwell: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity. North Hanwell is home to around 15,040 people, with a population density of about 6,804.5 per km2.

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

4/10

Area Profile

North Hanwell Population

15,040

Population density

6,804.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

23.27(-23%)

Anti-social behaviour

18.09(-32%)

Vehicle crime

7.11(-27%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.39(-24%)

Public order

4.39(-34%)

London average

Demographics

British

4,752

31.6%

Other White

2,757

18.33%

Other Asian

1,107

7.36%

African

1,037

6.89%

Indian

847

5.63%

Total population: 15,040

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

4,984

42.36%

No qualifications

2,013

17.11%

Level 3 (A level)

1,609

13.67%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,296

11.01%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

964

8.19%

Total 16+ residents: 11,766

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,443

26.35%

Owns outright

1,301

23.75%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,161

21.2%

Social rents from council

1,038

18.95%

Other social rented

331

6.04%

Total households: 5,477

Property prices in North Hanwell

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £497,000 in North Hanwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £157,500 up to £1,400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in North Hanwell over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£1,095,000	£820,500	£942,500	£1,247,500	£1,369,500
Flats	31	£405,000	£287,500	£355,000	£447,500	£522,500
Semi-Detached	7	£628,000	£337,500	£485,000	£972,500	£1,246,500
Terraced	33	£560,000	£372,000	£499,950	£644,480	£859,712

10 years median price trend in North Hanwell

All postcodes in North Hanwell

W71AR

Greatdown Road

W71LP

Greenford Avenue

W71PS

Cotts Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail