Lime Grove is in Ruislip and in Hillingdon district. HA4 8RJ is located in the Eastcote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Uxbridge and South Ruislip. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Grove, Ruislip, HA4 8RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HA4 8RH, HA4 8BU, HA4 8PH, HA4 8SP, HA4 8RY, HA4 8SA, HA4 8RZ, HA4 8PB, HA4 8SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HA4 8RJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 50.2% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.8% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HA4 8RJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.8% | 25.4% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 56.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 12.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 7.8% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 8.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.6% | 52.3% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 35.9% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 9.3% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.8% | 10.8% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 5.2% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 11.5% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.2% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 42% | 50.2% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 16.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.3% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 3.7% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 8.2% | 4.6% | 3.1% | 5.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 4.7% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 5.1% | 0.9% | -4.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 80.7% | 69.6% | -11.1% | 81.4% | -11.8% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 76.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.9% | -5.3% | 83.2% | -6.3% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 8.6% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 7.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | 1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.5% | 77.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 18.3% | 18.0% | 9.8% | 8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.3% | 1.2% | -15.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 6.8% | 1.7% | 5.1% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Grove was 51.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.9% lower than the Eastcote average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lime Grove has the 54th highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Eastcote and the 272nd lowest crime rate of 790 local areas in Hillingdon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2024-04-25 | £729,667 |
| 23 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2022-02-02 | £740,784 |
| 21 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2021-04-26 | £627,200 |
| 19 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2015-12-10 | £738,609 |
| 19 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2007-09-14 | £966,151 |
HA4 8RJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillview Nursery School 2 Grange Road , HA2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 4,304 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newnham Junior School Newnham Avenue , HA4 9RW | 4out of 4 | 814 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newnham Infant and Nursery School Newnham Infant and Nursery School , Newnham Avenue HA4 9RW | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Warrender Primary School Old Hatch Manor , HA4 8QG | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Bankes Primary School Dawlish Drive , Ruislip Manor HA4 9SF | 4out of 4 | 855 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Bankes Infant School Dawlish Drive , HA4 9SF | - not rated | 855 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Lodge Middle School West End Lane , HA5 1AF | - not rated | 2,196 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinner Wood Middle School Latimer Gardens , HA5 3RA | - not rated | 3,295 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barantyne Middle School Arnold Road , UB5 5EF | - not rated | 3,798 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Islip Manor Middle School Islip Manor Road , UB5 5DY | - not rated | 3,961 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwood Middle School Wood End Way , UB5 4QG | - not rated | 4,887 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Ramsey Church of England School Hume Way , HA4 8EE | - not rated | 495 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Ramsey CofE Voluntary Aided Secondary School Hume Way , HA4 8EE | - not rated | 495 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinner High School Beaulieu Drive , HA5 1NB | 4out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruislip High School Sidmouth Drive , HA4 0BY | 4out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruislip High School Sidmouth Drive , HA4 0BY | - not rated | 1,507 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Dominic's Sixth Form College Mount Park Avenue , Harrow-on-the-Hill HA1 3HX | - not rated | 4,846 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill College, Harrow Lowlands Road , HA1 3AQ | - not rated | 5,157 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alec Reed Academy Bengarth Road , UB5 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,360 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars School Whitefriars Avenue , Wealdstone HA3 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield School for Girls Beaulieu Drive , HA5 1NB | - not rated | 1,217 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Grangewood School Fore Street , Eastcote HA5 2JQ | - not rated | 1,445 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eilmar Montessori School and Nursery Sidmouth Drive , Ruislip Gardens HA4 0BY | - not rated | 1,507 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gesher School Cannon Lane , Pinner HA5 1JF | - not rated | 1,543 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinn River School Fore Street , HA5 2JQ | - not rated | 1,575 yd | Free schools special | No | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shapla | 166 Field End Road | 337 yd | |
| Pisces Fish Restaurant | 168 Field End Road | 337 yd | |
| Kebabish Eastcote - open 1 Feb 24 | 166 Field End Road | 337 yd | |
| Yaprak Restaurant | 180 Field End Road | 359 yd | |
| Mumbai Zing | 134 Field End Road | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champers | 184 Field End Road | 359 yd | |
| The Ascot | The Ascott, 144 Field End Road | 391 yd | |
| Captain Morgans | Captain Morgans Ph, 210 Field End Road | 392 yd | |
| Geo Bar | 163 Field End Road | 396 yd | |
| Eastcote Royal British Legion | British Legion Hall, Southbourne Gardens | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eat Well Chinese Takeaway | 200 Field End Road | 359 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 176 Field End Road | 359 yd | |
| Village Pizza | 214 Field End Road | 392 yd | |
| Just Pizza Plus | 206 Field End Road | 392 yd | |
| Royal Chicken n Pizza | 135 Field End Road | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 149 Field End Road | 396 yd | |
| Sainsbury Local | 216a Field End Road | 401 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Ltd, 127-133 Field End Road | 437 yd | |
| Tesco | 58-64 Park Way | 787 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eastcote Community Centre SOUTHBOURNE GARDENS | 459 yd | |
| Bishop Ramsey Ce School WARRENDER WAY | grass pitches | 490 yd |
| Highgrove Pool And Fitness Centre EASTCOTE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 562 yd |
| Lowlands Club Lowlands Road | tennis courts | 695 yd |
| Newnham Junior School NEWNHAM AVENUE | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Warrender Primary School (Closed) WARRENDER PRIMARY SCHOOL WARRENDER PRIMARY SCHOOL OLD HATCH MANOR | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Lady Bankes Junior School Dawlish Drive | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Cavendish Sports Ground Field End Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 833 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Ruislip) WINDMILL HILL | health and fitness suite | 851 yd |
| Optimum Health & Fitness Ltd 91-95 91-95 MANOR WAY | health and fitness suite | 891 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.