Commonwealth Avenue is in Hayes and in Hillingdon district. UB3 2PN 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 2PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: UB3 2QG, UB3 2PU, UB3 2QF, UB3 2PL, UB3 2PT, UB3 2QL, UB3 1JS, UB3 2TG, UB3 2QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around UB3 2PN 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 2PN 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 35.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.6% lower than the Colham & Cowley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Commonwealth Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 144 local areas in Colham & Cowley and the 176th lowest crime rate of 801 local areas in Hillingdon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2022-11-18 | £520,654 |
| 59 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2019-07-05 | £531,550 |
| 74 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2018-11-09 | £377,627 |
| 64 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2018-08-07 | £436,333 |
| 37 Commonwealth Avenue, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £381,000 | 2017-04-12 | £459,468 |
UB3 2PN 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 2PN 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 Early Childhood Centre Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | 4out of 4 | 212 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Nursery School and Children's Centre Recreation Road , UB2 5PF | 4out of 4 | 4,621 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 | 5,025 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood End Park Academy Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | 3out of 4 | 195 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosedale Primary School Wood End Green Road , UB3 2SE | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hewens Primary School Hewens Road , UB4 8JP | 3out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lake Farm Park Academy Botwell Common Road , UB3 1JA | 3out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colham Manor Primary School Violet Avenue , Hillingdon UB8 3PT | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosedale College Wood End Green Road , UB3 2SE | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Studio College Wood End Green Road , UB3 2SE | 2out of 4 | 678 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De Salis Studio College Wood End Green Road , UB4 8JP | 3out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hewens College Hewens Road , UB4 8JP | 2out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Academy West London Park View Road , UB8 3GA | 1out of 4 | 1,736 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCUC (Harrow College & Uxbridge College) Park Road , UB8 1NQ | - not rated | 4,414 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 | 3,268 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Reed Academy Bengarth Road , UB5 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 5,131 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 | 1,061 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorcroft School Bramble Close , Hillingdon UB8 3BF | 4out of 4 | 1,705 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hedgewood School Weymouth Road , UB4 8NF | 3out of 4 | 2,136 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow High School Royal Lane , Hillingdon UB8 3QU | 3out of 4 | 2,207 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Skills Hub Providence Road , Yiewsley UB7 8HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,384 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | 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 | 434 yd | |
| Hayes End Chicken | 1282 Uxbridge Road | 859 yd | |
| Ali Baba Lounge | Unit 1, Newport Road | 880 yd | |
| The Orangery | Club House, Stockley Park Golf Course, Bennetsfield Road | 881 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 5, The Arena, 1 Bennetsfield Road | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wishing Well | The Wishing Well Ph, 1256 Uxbridge Road | 857 yd | |
| Bar@Stockley | Club House, Stockley Park Golf Course, Bennetsfield Road | 881 yd | |
| Carpenters Arms | The Carpenters Arms, 1370 Uxbridge Road | 936 yd | |
| Hayes Cricket Club (Bar) | Hayes Cricket Club Pavillion, The Green, Wood End | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Wei Kitchen | 5 Dawley Parade, Dawley Road | 434 yd | |
| Grants Fish Bar | 305 Harlington Road | 803 yd | |
| Lots Of Rice | 759 Uxbridge Road | 804 yd | |
| Grants Atlanta Fish Bar | 777 Uxbridge Road | 804 yd | |
| Burgers Wings And Tings | The Wishing Well Ph, 1250-1256 Uxbridge Road | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 1314 Uxbridge Road | 859 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wood End Park Academy JUDGE HEATH LANE | grass pitches | 207 yd |
| Hayes Stadium Sports Centre (Closed) Judge Heath Lane | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 240 yd |
| Rosedale College WOOD END GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 569 yd |
| Hayes End Rec Kingsway | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Hayes End Methodist Church UXBRIDGE ROAD | 795 yd | |
| Lake Farm Country Club | cycling | 819 yd |
| Stockley Park Golf Club STOCKLEY PINES GOLF COURSE STOCKLEY PINES GOLF COURSE BENNETSFIELD ROAD | golf | 886 yd |
| Rosedale Park Uxbridge Road | tennis courts | 913 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Stockley Park) THE ARENA THE ARENA BENNETSFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 971 yd |
| The Green THE GREEN THE GREEN WOOD END | grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 191.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.