Lime Grove is in Ruislip and in Hillingdon district. HA4 8RY is located in the Eastcote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Grove, Ruislip, HA4 8RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HA4 8SP, HA4 8RL, HA4 8SS, HA4 8TA, HA4 8RJ, HA4 8SW, HA4 8SZ, HA4 8RN, HA4 8BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HA4 8RY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 51.2% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.5% | 48.8% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 8RY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.2% 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 | 27.3% | 23.6% | -3.7% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 64.2% | 3.3% | 44.2% | 20.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -7.1% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.4% | 47.7% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 35.4% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 12% | 12.9% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around HA4 8RY this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 7.4% | -7.8% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 11.3% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 15.2% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 47.3% | 12.7% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.2% 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 | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 7.2% | 14.9% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 11.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 7.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 6.0% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 85.6% | 67.2% | -18.4% | 81.4% | -14.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 76.7% 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 | 83.8% | 76.7% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 7.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 3% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 10.6% | 5.5% | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.9% | 77% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 18.7% | 18.1% | 9.8% | 8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.9% | 0% | -12.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.7% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.3% | 37.2% | -15.9% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Hindu | 7.3% | 1.7% | 5.6% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Other religion | 5% | 0.6% | 4.4% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Grove was 115.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.3% higher than the Eastcote average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lime Grove has the 13th highest crime rate of 122 local areas in Eastcote and the 228th highest crime rate of 801 local areas in Hillingdon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 62.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24A Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2024-11-13 | £442,234 |
| 46 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2024-10-16 | £700,207 |
| 8 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £609,500 | 2024-05-31 | £653,743 |
| 50A Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-09-01 | £363,424 |
| 14 Lime Grove, Ruislip, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2022-12-12 | £836,481 |
HA4 8RY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HA4 8RY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillview Nursery School 2 Grange Road , HA2 0LW | 3out of 4 | 4,495 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrender Primary School Old Hatch Manor , HA4 8QG | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteford Infant School Fore Street , Eastcote HA5 2HX | 3out of 4 | 795 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newnham Junior School Newnham Avenue , HA4 9RW | 4out of 4 | 1,027 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 | 1,027 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Bankes Primary School Dawlish Drive , Ruislip Manor HA4 9SF | 3out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 4out of 4 | 298 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinner High School Beaulieu Drive , HA5 1NB | 4out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruislip High School Sidmouth Drive , HA4 0BY | 4out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydon School Wiltshire Lane , Eastcote HA5 2LX | 4out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensmead School Queens Walk , HA4 0LS | 4out of 4 | 2,838 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,039 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 | 4,618 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars School Whitefriars Avenue , Wealdstone HA3 5RQ | 4out of 4 | 5,407 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grangewood School Fore Street , Eastcote HA5 2JQ | 2out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gesher School Cannon Lane , HA5 1JF | - not rated | 1,734 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddiford School 38 Cecil Park , HA5 5HH | - not rated | 2,503 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Preparatory School 458 Rayners Lane , HA5 5DT | - not rated | 2,570 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Regent Independent College 167 Imperial Drive , Harrow HA2 7HD | - not rated | 2,781 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Zing | 134 Field End Road | 314 yd | |
| Cake Villa | 130 Field End Road | 314 yd | |
| Shapla | 166 Field End Road | 317 yd | |
| Pisces Fish Restaurant | 168 Field End Road | 317 yd | |
| Kebabish Eastcote - open 1 Feb 24 | 166 Field End Road | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ascot | The Ascott, 144 Field End Road | 314 yd | |
| Geo Bar | 163 Field End Road | 360 yd | |
| Champers | 184 Field End Road | 376 yd | |
| Captain Morgans | Captain Morgans Ph, 210 Field End Road | 439 yd | |
| Eastcote Royal British Legion | British Legion Hall, Southbourne Gardens | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wraps & Wings, Wicked Burgers Pinner multiple virtual brands | 92 Field End Road | 332 yd | |
| Royal Chicken n Pizza | 135 Field End Road | 374 yd | |
| Eat Well Chinese Takeaway | 200 Field End Road | 376 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 176 Field End Road | 376 yd | |
| Pho & Co | 99 Field End Road | 391 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 149 Field End Road | 360 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Ltd, 127-133 Field End Road | 371 yd | |
| Sainsbury Local | 216a Field End Road | 457 yd | |
| Tesco | 58-64 Park Way | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Ramsey Ce School WARRENDER WAY | grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Highgrove Pool And Fitness Centre EASTCOTE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 462 yd |
| Eastcote Community Centre SOUTHBOURNE GARDENS | 620 yd | |
| Lowlands Club Lowlands Road | tennis courts | 656 yd |
| Warrender Primary School (Closed) WARRENDER PRIMARY SCHOOL WARRENDER PRIMARY SCHOOL OLD HATCH MANOR | grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Newnham Junior School NEWNHAM AVENUE | grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Ruislip) WINDMILL HILL | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Optimum Health & Fitness Ltd 91-95 91-95 MANOR WAY | health and fitness suite | 938 yd |
| Cavendish Sports Ground Field End Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 954 yd |
| Lady Bankes Junior School Dawlish Drive | grass pitches | 974 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 72 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.