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About

Northwood ward is located in the northwest of the London Borough of Hillingdon, near the border with Hertfordshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached houses, along with some apartment complexes. It is known for its green spaces, including Northwood Hills and the nearby Ruislip Woods National Nature Reserve. The ward has good transport links, with Northwood and Northwood Hills Underground stations serving the Metropolitan line.

The area features local shops, cafes, and restaurants, particularly around Joel Street and Green Lane. Northwood also has several schools, both state and independent, making it a popular choice for families. The ward has a quiet, suburban feel, with a strong sense of community. Proximity to larger commercial hubs like Uxbridge and Watford provides additional amenities while maintaining a more relaxed atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Northwood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Northwood is £59,280 per year. There are 6 schools in Northwood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

3/10

Area Profile

Northwood Population

11,310

Population density

1,755.8 per km²

Demographics

British

4,360

38.55%

Indian

2,997

26.5%

Other White

1,255

11.1%

Other Asian

578

5.11%

Pakistani

344

3.04%

Total population: 11,309

Housing

Owns outright

1,562

32.84%

Owns with a mortgage

1,249

26.26%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,133

23.82%

Other social rented

418

8.79%

Social rents from council

246

5.17%

Total households: 4,757

Property prices in Northwood

Based on 96 recent sales, the median property price is £570,000 in Northwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £175,000 up to £3,600,000.

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 Northwood over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	23	£999,950	£670,000	£887,500	£1,505,000	£3,160,000
Flats	37	£473,000	£275,000	£325,000	£550,000	£1,017,000
Semi-Detached	18	£650,000	£429,750	£530,625	£849,500	£1,157,700
Terraced	18	£515,000	£355,000	£455,000	£557,500	£854,500

10 years median price trend in Northwood

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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