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West Harrow

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About

West Harrow is a residential ward located in the London Borough of Harrow. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. It is well-connected by public transport, with West Harrow Underground Station serving the Metropolitan line, providing easy access to central London and other parts of the borough.

The ward features local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, including Roxeth Recreation Ground. The area has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with a range of independent businesses serving residents. West Harrow is bordered by other Harrow wards like Rayners Lane and South Harrow, maintaining a balance between convenience and suburban living.

Area overview

On average West Harrow has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Harrow is £57,868 per year. There are 2 schools in West Harrow: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
13%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

West Harrow Population
10,363
Population density
8,804.6 per km²

Demographics

British
2,365
22.82%
Indian
1,734
16.73%
Other Asian
1,444
13.94%
Other White
1,403
13.54%
African
646
6.23%
Total population: 10,362

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,075
29.99%
Owns with a mortgage
990
27.62%
Owns outright
890
24.83%
Other social rented
269
7.51%
Social rents from council
195
5.44%
Total households: 3,584

Property prices in West Harrow

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £527,000 in West Harrow area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £978,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£703,750
Flats14£316,810
Semi-Detached19£534,000
Terraced22£552,500

10 years price trend in West Harrow

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.