Masefield Lane is in Hayes and in Hillingdon district. UB4 9AL is located in the Yeading 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 Masefield Lane, Hayes, UB4 9AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: UB4 9AJ, UB4 9AN, UB4 9AW, UB4 9EP, UB4 9AE, UB4 9EN, UB4 9AQ, UB4 9AP, UB4 9ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around UB4 9AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.4% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.6% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.8% | 41% | -3.8% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 47% | 3.2% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 7.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 49.7% | 54.5% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 31.1% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 8.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 21% | 23% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 12.4% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 14.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 12.1% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 30.6% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 18.5% | 3.6% | -14.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 36.3% 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 | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 9.5% | 7.9% | -1.6% | 3.1% | 4.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 6.7% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Other Asian | 6.8% | 21.4% | 14.6% | 1.6% | 19.8% |
| Black African | 11.1% | 12.1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | 9.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.8% | 4.4% | -1.4% | 1.0% | 3.4% |
| Other Black | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 47.9% | 36.3% | -11.6% | 81.4% | -45.1% |
| Arab | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.8% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
In this area, 55.6% 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 | 60.5% | 55.6% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -27.6% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 7.4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 13.4% | 9.1% | -4.3% | 2.7% | 6.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.6% | 24.9% | 8.3% | 5.6% | 19.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 59.5% | 55.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -27.6% |
| 10+ Years | 5.3% | 31.6% | 26.3% | 9.8% | 21.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 7.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 5.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.9% | 1.4% | -7.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 21.3% | 3.5% | -17.8% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 10% | 1.2% | 8.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.5% | 37.2% | -20.7% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Hindu | 14.8% | 1.7% | 13.1% |
| Muslim | 19.5% | 6.5% | 13.0% |
| Sikh | 9% | 0.9% | 8.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Masefield Lane was 197.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 117.2% higher than the Belmore average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Masefield Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 114 local areas in Belmore and the 83rd highest crime rate of 790 local areas in Hillingdon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Masefield Lane, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2013-12-20 | £379,043 |
| 48 Masefield Lane, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2007-09-25 | £467,257 |
| 46 Masefield Lane, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £219,000 | 2007-08-13 | £437,145 |
| 46 Masefield Lane, Hayes, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2002-09-12 | £283,102 |
UB4 9AL 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 UB4 9AL 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 | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Looking after home or family | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Transport and storage | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allenby Nursery School Allenby Road , UB1 2HX | - not rated | 2,849 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove House Nursery School & Children's Centre 77a North Road , North Road UB1 2JG | 4out of 4 | 2,894 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Judge Heath Lane , UB3 2PD | 3out of 4 | 3,055 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Nursery School Western Road , UB2 5JT | - not rated | 3,731 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 | 3,861 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmore Primary Academy Belmore Primary Academy , UB4 9LF | 3out of 4 | 393 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmore Children's Centre, Nursery and Primary School Owen Road , UB4 9LF | - not rated | 393 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Primary School Perth Avenue , UB4 9LW | - not rated | 500 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Primary School Perth Avenue , UB4 9LW | 3out of 4 | 500 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Downe Manor Primary School Down Way , UB5 6NW | 3out of 4 | 686 yd | Community school | 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 | 844 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 | 1,959 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Middle School Tudor Road , UB1 1NX | - not rated | 2,187 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gifford Middle School Greenhill Gardens , UB5 6BU | - not rated | 2,218 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Margaret Middle School Lady Margaret Road , UB1 2HN | - not rated | 2,824 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnhill Community High School Yeading Lane , UB4 9LE | - not rated | 258 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnhill Community High School Yeading Lane , UB4 9LE | 4out of 4 | 258 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnhill School Owen Road , UB4 9LD | - not rated | 546 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Compton High School and Sports College Bengarth Road , UB5 5LQ | - not rated | 2,271 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenford High School Lady Margaret Road , UB1 2GU | 3out of 4 | 2,356 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 2,271 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guru Nanak Sikh Academy Springfield Road , UB4 0LT | 3out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Primary PRU Stipularis Drive , Willows School UB4 9QB | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows School Stipularis Drive , UB4 9QB | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows School Stipularis Drive , Off Glencoe Road UB4 9QB | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grangewood School Ballinger Way , UB5 6GG | 3out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grand Union Village Ballinger Way , UB5 6GG | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Free schools special | No | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biryani Shack Ltd | 260 Yeading Lane | 159 yd | |
| GT Road | 262-264 Yeading Lane | 159 yd | |
| TSK Perfect Chicken | 260 Yeading Lane | 159 yd | |
| Millennium Tandoori | 249 Yeading Lane | 168 yd | |
| AROMA | The Industry Ph, 171 Yeading Lane | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Tree | The Walnut Tree Public House, 115 Willow Tree Lane | 571 yd | |
| Barnhill Community Centre | Barnhill Community Centre, Ayles Road | 596 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean City | 248 Yeading Lane | 159 yd | |
| Virginia Chicken and Ribs | 266b Yeading Lane | 159 yd | |
| Taj Mahal, Royal Indian Take-Away | 4 Willow Tree Lane | 233 yd | |
| Tennessee Express 3 | 11 Welbeck Court, Welbeck Avenue | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | 491 Yeading Lane, Northolt | 938 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barnhill Community High School YEADING LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 258 yd |
| Belmore Primary Academy OWEN ROAD | grass pitches | 396 yd |
| Brookside Primary School PERTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Yeading Junior School CARLYON ROAD | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Viking Primary School RADCLIFFE WAY | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Northolt Grange Community Centre (Closed) Rushdene Crescent | 955 yd | |
| Saint Raphaels Catholic Primary School HARTFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 962 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.