Runbury Circle is in London and in Brent district. NW9 8RX is located in the Welsh Harp electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Brent Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Runbury Circle, London, NW9 8RX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NW9 8RY, NW9 8SY, NW10 0DF, NW9 8TA, NW10 0DP, NW10 0DD, NW10 0DR, NW9 8TB, NW9 8RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NW9 8RX is primarily male, with 56.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 43.5% | -7.9% | 51.0% | -7.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 56.5% | 7.9% | 49.0% | 7.5% |
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 NW9 8RX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.3% 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 | 43.9% | 32.4% | -11.5% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.6% | 51.3% | 15.7% | 44.2% | 7.1% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 1.3% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 9.1% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.5% | 53.7% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 27.9% | -10.5% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 14.3% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 NW9 8RX this area, 36% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 36% | 8.7% | 18.2% | 17.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 12.9% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 8.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 7.3% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 10.4% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 21.5% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 23.7% | 3.8% | -19.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 31.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 5.9% | 3.7% | -2.2% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Black African | 11.5% | 39.2% | 27.7% | 2.5% | 36.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.5% | 3.7% | -2.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% |
| Other Black | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 54.8% | 31.7% | -23.1% | 81.4% | -49.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 5.6% | 4.4% | -1.2% | 0.6% | 3.8% |
| Other | 0.9% | 5.4% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 3.8% |
In this area, just 41.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 35.9% | 41.7% | 5.8% | 83.2% | -41.5% |
| European Union | 32.5% | 24.8% | -7.7% | 6.1% | 18.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 11.5% | 18.2% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 15.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.9% | 10.1% | -3.8% | 5.6% | 4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.3% | 3.5% | -1.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 41.7% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 31.8% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 31% | 41.7% | 10.7% | 83.2% | -41.5% |
| 10+ Years | 9.3% | 31.8% | 22.5% | 9.8% | 22.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 14.9% | 16.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 13.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 22% | 6.6% | -15.4% | 2.2% | 4.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.9% | 3.3% | -19.6% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.6% | 76.7% | -20.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 8.8% | 1.3% | 7.5% |
| Romania | 10.7% | 0.9% | 9.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.7% | 1.5% | 3.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| North Africa | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 5.4% | 37.2% | -31.8% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 45.5% | 6.5% | 39.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Runbury Circle was 77.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.1% lower than the Dollis Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Runbury Circle has the 27th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dollis Hill and the 343rd lowest crime rate of 789 local areas in Brent .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39B Runbury Circle, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2026-02-06 | £330,000 |
| 29 Runbury Circle, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2023-08-30 | £444,009 |
| 7 Runbury Circle, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2022-03-18 | £476,038 |
| 39B Runbury Circle, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £240,000 | 2014-04-25 | £297,294 |
| 39A Runbury Circle, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2013-09-27 | £186,534 |
NW9 8RX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% 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.
NW9 8RX 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 | 67 |
| Looking after home or family | 53 |
| Other | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Construction | 43 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curzon Nursery School & Family Wellbeing Centre Curzon Crescent , NW10 9SD | 3out of 4 | 2,724 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawood Nursery School & Family Wellbeing Centre 35 Fawood Avenue , NW10 8DX | 3out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Green School and Services 161 College Road , Kensal Rise NW10 3PH | 4out of 4 | 4,350 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wykeham Primary School Aboyne Road , NW10 0EX | - not rated | 601 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School Quainton Street , NW10 0BG | - not rated | 1,008 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School Quainton Street , NW10 0BG | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braintcroft E-ACT Primary Academy Warren Road , NW2 7LL | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Braintcroft Junior School Warren Road , NW2 7LL | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perivale Middle School Federal Road , Perivale UB6 7AF | - not rated | 5,412 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neasden High School Quainton Street , NW10 0BG | - not rated | 714 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Kelly Boys' Technology College Crest Road , NW2 7SN | - not rated | 1,333 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| John Kelly Girls' Technology College Crest Road , NW2 7SN | - not rated | 1,333 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| E-ACT Crest Academy Crest Road , NW2 7SN | 3out of 4 | 1,333 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crest Boys' Academy Crest Road , NW2 7SN | - not rated | 1,333 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Manor School Carlton Avenue East , HA9 8NA | - not rated | 2,348 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The College of North West London Willesden Centre , Dudden Hill Lane NW10 2XD | - not rated | 2,210 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendon College Corner Mead , Grahame Park Way NW9 5RA | - not rated | 4,514 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Academy Forty Avenue , HA9 9JR | 4out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Manor School Carlton Avenue East , HA9 8NA | 3out of 4 | 2,348 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | 3out of 4 | 3,779 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St John's CofE School Bennett House , Sunningfields Road NW4 4QR | - not rated | 3,779 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gower House School 5 Blackbird Hill , Kingsbury NW9 8RR | - not rated | 525 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplar Grove School Poplar Grove , Wembley HA9 9DB | - not rated | 571 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield School Glenwood Avenue , Kingsbury NW9 7LY | - not rated | 625 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield School Glenwood Avenue , Kingsbury NW9 7LY | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School 22 Salmon Street , Kingsbury NW9 8PN | - not rated | 627 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchen Grove Garden Centre | GREENHOUSE GARDEN CENTRE, Birchen Grove | 90 yd | |
| McDonalds | 506 Neasden Lane North, London | 402 yd | |
| Backyard Lebanese Cafe & Shisha Lounge | 18 Blackbird Hill, London | 518 yd | |
| Delicious Cafe | 486 Neasden Lane North, London | 560 yd | |
| Zeenat Afghan Restaurant | 230 Church Lane, London | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Public House | George, Church Lane | 753 yd | |
| Prodigy Lounge | 232 Church Lane, London | 753 yd | |
| Peggies Bar | 362-364 Neasden Lane North, London | 769 yd | |
| The Wishing Well (Breezy Wind Ltd) | Wishing Well, Church Lane | 842 yd | |
| Hendon Rifle Club | Hendon Rifle Club, Cool Oak Lane, London | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daddy Nik | 43 Blackbird Hill, London | 476 yd | |
| Chicken Land | 27 Blackbird Hill, London | 476 yd | |
| New Kingston Jamican Cuisine | 49 Blackbird Hill, London | 476 yd | |
| Bambino | 498 Neasden Lane North, London | 508 yd | |
| Blackbird Hill SF Connect | BP Filling Station, Blackbird Hill | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Food & Wine | 25 Blackbird Hill, London | 476 yd | |
| Costcutter. Original Turkish shop. Express shop | 494-496 Neasden Lane North, London | 508 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Blackbird Hill | 518 yd | |
| 24 Seven | 490-492 Neasden Lane North, London | 531 yd | |
| Kaah Internet Cafe | 384 Neasden Lane North, London | 769 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodfield School GLENWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 621 yd |
| Poplar Grove Centre POPLAR GROVE | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Wykeham Primary School ABOYNE ROAD | swimming pool | 644 yd |
| Woodfield Park Cool Oak Lane | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Chalkhill Bmx Track ST. DAVIDS CLOSE | cycling, grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 88.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 11.4% |
| Median download speed | 26.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.