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West Drayton

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About

West Drayton is a ward in the London Borough of Hillingdon, located in the western part of the city. The area is known for its mix of residential and industrial spaces, with housing ranging from Victorian terraces to modern developments. It is well-connected by public transport, including West Drayton railway station, which provides access to central London and the Elizabeth line. The Grand Union Canal runs through the area, offering walking and cycling routes.

The ward includes several local amenities, such as shops, schools, and parks, including the popular High Street and the nearby Colne Valley Park. West Drayton has seen recent regeneration, particularly around the station area, with new housing and infrastructure projects. The ward also borders Heathrow Airport, making it a practical location for airport workers and travelers. While primarily residential, it retains a mix of light industrial and commercial activity.

Area overview

On average West Drayton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Drayton is £54,847 per year. There are 4 schools in West Drayton: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
91
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
24.9%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

West Drayton Population
18,433
Population density
5,274.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,967
37.79%
Indian
3,087
16.75%
Other White
1,972
10.7%
African
1,200
6.51%
Other Asian
1,134
6.15%
Total population: 18,434

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,801
27.63%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,657
25.42%
Owns outright
1,207
18.52%
Other social rented
910
13.96%
Social rents from council
667
10.23%
Total households: 6,519

Property prices in West Drayton

Based on 130 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 in West Drayton area, with individual transactions ranging from £103,000 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Drayton in the 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 West Drayton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£625,000
Flats67£270,000
Semi-Detached20£502,944
Terraced36£475,000

10 years median price trend in West Drayton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in West Drayton.

Data Sources

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