Canons Drive is in Edgware and in Harrow district. HA8 7RB is located in the Canons electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harrow East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Canons Drive, Edgware, HA8 7RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HA8 7RD, HA8 7RE, HA8 7RA, HA8 7QY, HA8 7RF, HA8 7QX, HA8 7RG, HA8 7RQ, HA8 7QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HA8 7RB 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 | 50.1% | 51.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.9% | 48.8% | -1.1% | 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 HA8 7RB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.5% 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 | 29.7% | 26.5% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 62.5% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 18.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 3.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 54.1% | 53.4% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 34.2% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 8.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 HA8 7RB this area, 8.5% 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 57.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.7% | 8.5% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 4.6% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 10.3% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 13.5% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.2% | 57.1% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 23.3% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.8% | -5.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56.1% 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 | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 19.2% | 24.3% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 21.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 1.6% | 6.0% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 71.3% | 56.1% | -15.2% | 81.4% | -25.3% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 61.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 61.4% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -21.8% |
| European Union | 11.3% | 10.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 8.7% | 9.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 6.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.4% | 17.3% | 6.9% | 5.6% | 11.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 65.1% | 61.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | -21.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 26.9% | 25.2% | 9.8% | 17.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.6% | 5.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 4.1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.3% | 2% | -20.3% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Portugal | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 10.8% | 37.2% | -26.4% |
| Christian | 24.6% | 46.2% | -21.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 20.8% | 1.7% | 19.1% |
| Jewish | 24.9% | 0.5% | 24.4% |
| Muslim | 7.9% | 6.5% | 1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canons Drive was 76.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.1% higher than the Canons average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Canons Drive has the 19th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Canons and the 226th highest crime rate of 647 local areas in Harrow .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Canons Drive, Edgware, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £1,110,000 | 2025-12-03 | £1,118,170 |
| 15 Canons Drive, Edgware, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £905,000 | 2016-08-08 | £1,111,919 |
| 13 Canons Drive, Edgware, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2015-05-05 | £1,279,825 |
| 39 Canons Drive, Edgware, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,095,000 | 2014-07-22 | £1,648,316 |
| 31 Canons Drive, Edgware, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,065,500 | 2012-07-24 | £1,897,623 |
HA8 7RB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
HA8 7RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aylward Primary School Pangbourne Drive , HA7 4RE | 3out of 4 | 726 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aylward Primary School Pangbourne Drive , HA7 4RE | - not rated | 726 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgware Junior School Heming Road , HA8 9AB | - not rated | 1,173 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgware Primary School Heming Road , HA8 9AB | 3out of 4 | 1,173 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitchurch Primary School & Nursery Wemborough Road , HA7 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Middle School Green Lane , HA7 3AD | - not rated | 2,394 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedars Middle School Whittlesea Road , HA3 6LS | - not rated | 4,658 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Edgware School Green Lane , HA8 8BT | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avanti House School Wemborough Road , HA7 2EQ | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canons High School Shaldon Road , HA8 6AN | 3out of 4 | 1,670 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Canons High School Shaldon Road , HA8 6AN | - not rated | 1,670 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park High School Thistlecroft Gardens , HA7 1PL | - not rated | 1,856 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furzehill Middle School Furzehill Road , WD6 2EF | - not rated | 4,956 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanmore College Elm Park , HA7 4BQ | - not rated | 1,555 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrow College Brookshill , Harrow Weald HA3 6RR | - not rated | 3,710 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weald College Brookshill , Harrow Weald HA3 6RR | - not rated | 3,710 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendon College Corner Mead , Grahame Park Way NW9 5RA | - not rated | 3,835 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Academy Spur Road , HA8 8DE | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefriars School Whitefriars Avenue , Wealdstone HA3 5RQ | 3out of 4 | 4,243 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North London Collegiate School Canons , Canons Drive HA8 7RJ | - not rated | 383 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dorset House School 17 Dorset Drive , HA8 7NT | - not rated | 463 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdon College Jack Block House, Rectory Lane , HA8 7LF | - not rated | 992 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Bransgrove Road , HA8 6JP | 4out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oakbridge Special Education 30 High Street , HA8 7EQ | - not rated | 1,114 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aylward Primary School | Pangbourne Drive, Stanmore | 728 yd | |
| Lisbon Deli Cafe | 9 Whitchurch Parade, Whitchurch Lane | 731 yd | |
| Trilogy | 6-8 Whitchurch Parade, Whitchurch Lane | 735 yd | |
| Zan Zi Bar | Zanzibar Public House, 113 High Street | 743 yd | |
| Pyramid | 117 High Street, Edgware | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Wishes | The Three Wishes, 122 High Street, Edgware | 715 yd | |
| The VIP Lounge | 47A High Street, Edgware | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Friends Cafe | Canons Park Recreation Ground, Donnefield Avenue | 633 yd | |
| Spice Delight Sweets and Snacks Ltd | 81 High Street, Edgware | 743 yd | |
| Capriccio | 5 Whitchurch Parade, Whitchurch Lane | 744 yd | |
| Chicken Cottage | 71 Whitchurch Lane, Edgware | 763 yd | |
| Tops Pizza | 1A Buckingham Road, Edgware | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 51-55 High Street, Edgware | 951 yd | |
| Mir Food Centre 2 | 128 Station Road, Edgware | 989 yd | |
| Cannon Mini Market ltd | 7 Canons Corner, Edgware | 1,023 yd | |
| Express Food & Wine | 135 Station Road, Edgware | 1,029 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Broadwalk Shopping Centre, Station Road, Edgware | 1,062 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North London Collegiate School CANONS CANONS CANONS DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 374 yd |
| Acorn Lawn Tennis Club Donnefield Avenue | tennis courts | 464 yd |
| Arnold House School Activity Centre DONNEFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Stonegrove Park PARK GROVE | tennis courts | 607 yd |
| Aylward Primary School (Closed) Pangbourne Drive | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Pure Gym (London Edgware) CENTURION HOUSE CENTURION HOUSE STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 962 yd |
| The Edgware (Closed) Green Lane | grass pitches | 1,017 yd |
| White Lion Ground (Closed) Burnt Oak Broadway | grass pitches | 1,078 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% |
| Median download speed | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 124.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.