Hanworth North
Hounslow 026 · 5 sub-areas · 10,099 residents
Hounslow 026 is a densely populated corner of Hounslow, home to around 10,100 people. A typical two-bedroom flat lets for about £1,900 a month — close to the London median but significantly more affordable than central zones. The neighbourhood stands out for its high social housing concentration and one of the strongest west London connections to the capital, with a rail commute of under 25 minutes.
Hanworth North is a green, lower-density part of Hounslow — parks within walking distance of most addresses, a slower weekday rhythm, and a population skewed toward longer-tenure households rather than transient renters. The demographic profile leans family-aged, with a clear share of households with school-age children.
Overview
What's it like to live in Hanworth North?
2 parks and 3 playgrounds are within five minutes' walk, so greenspace is reliably close at hand; Recorded crime is higher than the national norm — common for built-up urban areas, but worth weighing if you're looking for a quieter base; Public transport is genuinely strong; most errands and a fair share of social life don't need a car; rents sit firmly in the upper bracket nationally, with a typical home letting at around £1,907 a month; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Figures are aggregated across 5 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Hanworth North in Hounslow
Living in Hanworth North
This part of Hounslow sits in the outer west London belt where the city gives way to suburban density — terraced streets, purpose-built flats, and a working population that commutes into central London rather than staying local. With roughly 10,100 residents packed into a relatively compact area, it feels more urban than its zone-3-or-4 location might suggest. Around two in three households are within walking distance of green space, which softens the streetscape somewhat.
On cost, this neighbourhood occupies the more affordable end of the London market. A one-bedroom runs around £1,550 a month and a three-bedroom about £2,200 — noticeably cheaper than inner west London neighbourhoods while still commanding a premium over the UK average. That said, with median rents consuming a very high share of typical take-home pay, it's still a stretch for many residents on local wages. Rents nudged up roughly 2% last year, a slower pace than many parts of the capital.
The population skews noticeably young and family-oriented. Over a quarter of residents are under 18 — well above typical London shares — and the largest adult cohort is the 18-to-34 bracket. Social housing accounts for a striking 42% of tenures, one of the higher concentrations in outer London, while private renting is relatively low at around 18%. Owner-occupation sits at just over a third. Ethnic diversity is high, with nearly 40% of residents born outside the UK, reflecting Hounslow's long-established South Asian and wider international communities.
For practicalities, the nearest mainline rail station is about 1,740 metres away, connecting to central London in just over 20 minutes by public transport. Just under half of residents commute by car, which is on the higher side for London, suggesting that local public transport doesn't fully meet everyone's needs. See the streets and sub-areas below for more detail on specific pockets.
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Frequently asked
- Is Hounslow 026 a nice place to live?
- It depends on your priorities. You get reasonable value by London standards, fast rail access to central London, and good broadband. The trade-off is a crime rate above the national average, a lower share of highly-rated schools than most of London, and relatively high deprivation scores. It suits commuters and families on moderate budgets more than those prioritising a polished urban environment.
- What is the rent in Hounslow 026?
- A one-bedroom flat runs around £1,550 a month, a two-bedroom about £1,900, and a three-bedroom roughly £2,200. These are estimates scaled from council-level data using local sale prices. Rents rose around 2% last year, a slower pace than much of London.
- Is Hounslow 026 safe?
- Crime runs at around 109 incidents per 1,000 residents a year — above the UK national rate of roughly 80. It's not among the most dangerous parts of outer London, but the rate is elevated and reflects broader deprivation in the area. Checking street-level crime maps for specific roads before renting is worthwhile.
- What's the commute from Hounslow 026 to central London?
- By public transport, central London is around 22 minutes away. The nearest mainline rail station is about 1,740 metres from the middle of the neighbourhood. Nearly half of residents commute by car, suggesting the public transport coverage isn't ideal for all local journeys.
- Who lives in Hounslow 026?
- It's a family-oriented neighbourhood — over a quarter of residents are under 18 and couples with children make up a significant household type. Social housing accounts for 42% of tenures. The community is ethnically diverse, with close to 40% of residents born outside the UK. Degree-holding rates are moderate rather than high.
- What schools are near Hounslow 026?
- There are 91 schools within 2 km, so there's no shortage of options. However, only around 39% of those nearby are rated Good or Outstanding. The nearest Outstanding school is about 1.6 km away. It's worth checking individual Ofsted ratings carefully rather than assuming proximity equals quality.
- Is Hounslow 026 affordable compared to the rest of London?
- By London standards, yes — a two-bed at around £1,900 a month is cheaper than many inner-west neighbourhoods. But on local salaries, rents still consume a very high share of take-home pay, and a deposit on the median house price of around £430,000 takes roughly six years to save. It's affordable relative to London, not relative to the rest of the UK.