Commonwealth Avenue is in Hayes and in Hillingdon district. UB3 2PL is located in the Wood End electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hayes and Harlington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, UB3 2PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: UB3 2PT, UB3 2QF, UB3 2QE, UB3 2PW, UB3 2PN, UB3 2PU, UB3 2PS, UB3 2QN, UB3 2QD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around UB3 2PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.5% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.5% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 UB3 2PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% 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 | 34.5% | 33.9% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 56.7% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 3.7% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 52.6% | 53.7% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 33.2% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 10.2% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.2% | 25.6% | 7.4% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.3% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 11.5% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 15.2% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 30.1% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 17.3% | 5.6% | -11.7% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 21.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 22.9% | 24.3% | 1.4% | 3.1% | 21.2% |
| Pakistani | 7.9% | 11.1% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 8.4% |
| Other Asian | 14.5% | 14.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 13.2% |
| Black African | 13.2% | 12.2% | -1.0% | 2.5% | 9.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 4.8% | 1.6% | -3.2% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 25.6% | 21.4% | -4.2% | 81.4% | -60.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 7% | 5.2% | 1.6% | 5.4% |
In this area, just 46.4% 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 | 44.7% | 46.4% | 1.7% | 83.2% | -36.8% |
| European Union | 7% | 10.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 15.6% | 11.5% | -4.1% | 2.7% | 8.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 26.9% | 27.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 21.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 46.4% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 35% 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 | 42.7% | 46.5% | 3.8% | 83.2% | -36.7% |
| 10+ Years | 6.2% | 35% | 28.8% | 9.8% | 25.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.6% | 11.1% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 17% | 4.5% | -12.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 25.6% | 2.9% | -22.7% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 9.3% | 1.2% | 8.1% |
| Central Asia | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 4.8% | 37.2% | -32.4% |
| Christian | 25.7% | 46.2% | -20.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 11.4% | 1.7% | 9.7% |
| Muslim | 30.9% | 6.5% | 24.4% |
| Sikh | 22.6% | 0.9% | 21.7% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commonwealth Avenue was 52.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.2% lower than the Colham & Cowley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Commonwealth Avenue has the 35th lowest crime rate of 143 local areas in Colham & Cowley and the 277th lowest crime rate of 790 local areas in Hillingdon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,500 | 2025-03-28 | £551,139 |
| 8 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2022-06-16 | £589,003 |
| 7 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-10-14 | £504,515 |
| 11 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2021-04-30 | £509,854 |
| 16 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2011-11-18 | £440,551 |
UB3 2PL 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.
The percentage of student residents living in UB3 2PL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 129 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Other | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Transport and storage | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | 3out of 4 | 269 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Nursery School Western Road , UB2 5JT | - not rated | 4,058 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Nursery School and Children's Centre Recreation Road , UB2 5PF | 4out of 4 | 4,481 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Nursery School & Children's Centre 77a North Road , North Road UB1 2JG | 4out of 4 | 4,835 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Nursery School Allenby Road , UB1 2HX | - not rated | 5,274 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood End Park Junior School Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | - not rated | 334 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood End Park Infant School Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | - not rated | 334 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood End Park Community School Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | - not rated | 334 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood End Park Academy Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | 3out of 4 | 334 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosedale Primary School Wood End Green Road , UB3 2SE | 3out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Middle School Radcliffe Way , Yeading Lane UB5 6HW | - not rated | 3,643 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Middle School Tudor Road , UB1 1NX | - not rated | 3,907 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blair Peach Middle School Beaconsfield Road , UB1 1DR | - not rated | 4,204 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Featherstone Middle School Featherstone Road , UB2 5AG | - not rated | 4,277 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Durdans Park Middle School King George's Drive , Off Lady Margaret Road UB1 2PQ | - not rated | 4,502 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosedale College Wood End Green Road , UB3 2SE | - not rated | 471 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosedale College Wood End Green Road , UB3 2SE | 3out of 4 | 471 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Studio College Wood End Green Road , UB3 2SE | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mellow Lane School Hewens Road , UB4 8JP | - not rated | 1,119 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De Salis Studio College Wood End Green Road , UB4 8JP | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) Park Road , UB8 1NQ | - not rated | 4,488 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guru Nanak Sikh Academy Springfield Road , UB4 0LT | 3out of 4 | 3,103 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Reed Academy Bengarth Road , UB5 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,944 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillingdon Manor School Harlington Road , Hillingdon UB8 3HD | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorcroft School Bramble Close , Hillingdon UB8 3BF | 4out of 4 | 1,896 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorcroft School Bramble Close , Hillingdon UB8 3BF | - not rated | 1,896 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hedgewood School Weymouth Road , UB4 8NF | 3out of 4 | 2,013 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow High School Royal Lane , Hillingdon UB8 3QU | - not rated | 2,388 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawley Chicken | 7 Dawley Parade, Dawley Road | 554 yd | |
| Hayes End Chicken | 1282 Uxbridge Road | 749 yd | |
| Ali Baba Lounge | Unit 1, Newport Road | 764 yd | |
| The Orangery | Club House, Stockley Park Golf Course, Bennetsfield Road | 1,011 yd | |
| The Beck Theatre | The Beck Theatre, Grange Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wishing Well | The Wishing Well Ph, 1256 Uxbridge Road | 740 yd | |
| Carpenters Arms | The Carpenters Arms, 1370 Uxbridge Road | 843 yd | |
| Hayes Cricket Club (Bar) | Hayes Cricket Club Pavillion, The Green, Wood End | 934 yd | |
| Bar@Stockley | Club House, Stockley Park Golf Course, Bennetsfield Road | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Wei Kitchen | 5 Dawley Parade, Dawley Road | 554 yd | |
| Lots Of Rice | 759 Uxbridge Road | 701 yd | |
| Grants Atlanta Fish Bar | 777 Uxbridge Road | 701 yd | |
| Burgers Wings And Tings | The Wishing Well Ph, 1250-1256 Uxbridge Road | 740 yd | |
| Haji Baba Mangal | 1290 Uxbridge Road | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 1314 Uxbridge Road | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hayes Stadium Sports Centre (Closed) Judge Heath Lane | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 222 yd |
| Wood End Park Academy JUDGE HEATH LANE | grass pitches | 335 yd |
| Rosedale College WOOD END GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Hayes End Rec Kingsway | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Hayes End Methodist Church UXBRIDGE ROAD | 666 yd | |
| Rosedale Park Uxbridge Road | tennis courts | 792 yd |
| Lake Farm Country Club | cycling | 888 yd |
| The Green THE GREEN THE GREEN WOOD END | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Stockley Park Golf Club STOCKLEY PINES GOLF COURSE STOCKLEY PINES GOLF COURSE BENNETSFIELD ROAD | golf | 1,016 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.