Royal Lane is in Uxbridge and in Hillingdon district. UB8 3QU is located in the Colham & Cowley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Uxbridge and South Ruislip. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Royal Lane, Uxbridge, UB8 3QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: UB8 3RP, UB8 3RW, UB8 3QX, UB8 3RQ, UB8 3RN, UB8 3RB, UB8 3RL, UB8 3PX, UB8 3QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding UB8 3QU is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 50.9% | 46.7% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 49.1% | 53.3% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 | 35.9% | 40.8% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 49.2% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 5% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 2.8% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 55.6% | 57.8% | 2.2% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 30.3% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 8.4% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 20.1% | 18.6% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 12.6% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 14.8% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 12.9% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 36% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 5.4% | 0.3% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 5.1% | 14.4% | 9.3% | 3.1% | 11.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 6.3% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 13.3% | 6.8% | -6.5% | 1.6% | 5.2% |
| Black African | 6% | 5% | -1.0% | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 68% | 55.1% | -12.9% | 81.4% | -26.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 66.8% 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 | 72.9% | 66.8% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -16.4% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 11% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 6.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.6% | 18% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 12.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.6% | 66.8% | -5.8% | 83.2% | -16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 4.6% | 19.1% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 7% | 5.7% | -1.3% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 7% | 3.9% | -3.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 4.4% | -4.3% | 1.9% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.9% | 37.2% | -14.3% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 7.6% | 1.7% | 5.9% |
| Muslim | 14.2% | 6.5% | 7.7% |
| Sikh | 5.5% | 0.9% | 4.6% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Royal Lane was 96.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.6% lower than the Colham & Cowley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Royal Lane has the 66th highest crime rate of 144 local areas in Colham & Cowley and the 291st highest crime rate of 801 local areas in Hillingdon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Royal Lane, Uxbridge, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2022-11-11 | £507,819 |
| 43 Royal Lane, Uxbridge, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2021-05-05 | £864,994 |
| 49 Royal Lane, Uxbridge, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2019-08-15 | £446,567 |
| 57 Royal Lane, Uxbridge, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2010-03-05 | £458,636 |
| 67 Royal Lane, Uxbridge, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2006-02-22 | £561,224 |
The percentage of student residents living in UB8 3QU 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 | 119 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Unemployed | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Transport and storage | 23 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,449 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colham Manor Primary School Violet Avenue , Hillingdon UB8 3PT | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowley St Laurence CofE Primary School Worcester Road , Cowley UB8 3TH | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rabbsfarm Primary School Gordon Road , UB7 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillingdon Primary School Uxbridge Road , Hillingdon UB10 0PH | 4out of 4 | 1,418 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School High Street , Yiewsley UB7 7QJ | 2out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Academy West London Park View Road , UB8 3GA | 1out of 4 | 872 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishopshalt School Royal Lane , Hillingdon UB8 3RF | 3out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Uxbridge High School The Greenway , UB8 2PR | 3out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Wood School Sutton Court Road , Hillingdon UB10 0EX | 2out of 4 | 2,087 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De Salis Studio College Wood End Green Road , UB4 8JP | 3out of 4 | 2,094 yd | Studio schools | 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 | 2,983 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow High School Royal Lane , Hillingdon UB8 3QU | 3out of 4 | 153 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pield Heath House RC School Pield Heath Road , UB8 3NW | 2out of 4 | 285 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorcroft School Bramble Close , Hillingdon UB8 3BF | 4out of 4 | 693 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Young People's Academy Falling Lane , Yiewsley UB7 8AB | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel University Kingston Lane , UB8 3PH | - not rated | 1,009 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillingdon Hospital (Choices Restaurant) | Hillingdon Hospital, Pield Heath Road | 336 yd | |
| Baby Boutique | Maternity, Hillingdon Hospital, Pield Heath Road | 336 yd | |
| Bevan's Cafe & Shop | Hillingdon Hospital, Pield Heath Road | 336 yd | |
| Jinli Chinese Restaurant | Jinli Chinese Restaurant, 91 Pield Heath Road | 526 yd | |
| Thai Spice | The Hut Ph, 2 Old Orchard Close | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown P H | The Crown, Colham Green Road | 681 yd | |
| The Hut PH | The Hut Ph, 2 Old Orchard Close | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violet Chippy | 55 Violet Avenue | 399 yd | |
| Cinnamon Tree | 121 Falling Lane | 890 yd | |
| Snappy Tomato Pizza | 119 Falling Lane | 890 yd | |
| Bagel Boyz | 125 Moorfield Road | 912 yd | |
| Mamma Mia Pizza | 121 Moorfield Road | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 82-86 Pield Heath Road | 526 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow High School ROYAL LANE | grass pitches | 98 yd |
| Pield Heath House School PIELD HEATH ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 382 yd |
| Evelyns Community School (Closed) Appletree Avenue | grass pitches | 541 yd |
| Brunel University Sports Park SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION KINGSTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 550 yd |
| Colham Manor Primary School VIOLET AVENUE | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Park Academy West London PARK VIEW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 816 yd |
| Bishopshalt School ROYAL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,002 yd |
| The Young People'S Academy FALLING LANE | grass pitches | 1,010 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 176.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.