Wood Lane is in London and in Hammersmith And Fulham district. W12 7FS is located in the White City electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hammersmith. This postcode has been in use since 2016-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wood Lane, London, W12 7FS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: W12 7FT, W12 7RJ, W12 7GJ, W12 7GN, W12 7GP, W12 7GR, W12 7GS, W12 7DZ, W12 7EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding W12 7FS is primarily male, with 56.9% 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 | 49.7% | 43.1% | -6.6% | 51.0% | -7.9% |
| Male | 50.3% | 56.9% | 6.6% | 49.0% | 7.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around W12 7FS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 59.3% | 53.4% | -5.9% | 37.9% | 15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.2% | 31.5% | 13.3% | 44.2% | -12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 3.4% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 1.4% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 8.2% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 0.7% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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 (94.8%) 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 | 47.2% | 73.2% | 26.0% | 48.4% | 24.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 21.6% | -12.7% | 33.6% | -12.0% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 4.6% | -8.0% | 12.7% | -8.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 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.
In the area around W12 7FS this area, 3.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 74%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 3.4% | -15.2% | 18.2% | -14.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 2.1% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -7.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 4.1% | -8.9% | 13.4% | -9.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 13% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 74% | 44.0% | 33.8% | 40.2% |
| Other | 13.8% | 3.4% | -10.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.4% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.4% | 7.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% | 7.0% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 9.1% | 9% | -0.1% | 1.6% | 7.4% |
| Black African | 5.9% | 0.6% | -5.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.4% | 0% | -9.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 49.7% | 68.4% | 18.7% | 81.4% | -13.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.3% | -3.6% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, just 46.1% 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 | 54.2% | 46.1% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -37.1% |
| European Union | 12.6% | 14.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 5.9% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 5.1% |
| Africa | 8% | 1.3% | -6.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.6% | 23.7% | 11.1% | 5.6% | 18.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.6% | 8.6% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 7.3% |
| Oceania | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 46.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 9% 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 | 50% | 45.2% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -38.0% |
| 10+ Years | 8% | 9% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.7% | 11.6% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.9% | 21.3% | 9.4% | 2.2% | 19.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 21.3% | 12.9% | -8.4% | 1.9% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.9% | 76.7% | -24.8% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 4.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| Other Europe | 4.5% | 0.2% | 4.3% |
| Middle East | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 13.6% | 0.3% | 13.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 0.6% | 13.5% | -12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 29.4% | 46.2% | -16.8% |
| Buddhist | 9.2% | 0.5% | 8.7% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Not answered | 14.4% | 6.0% | 8.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wood Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Addison average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 312 3 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2025-03-28 | £588,011 |
| Apartment 412 3 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2025-03-26 | £617,910 |
| Apartment 104 3 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-12-09 | £480,077 |
| Apartment 408 3 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2024-07-15 | £541,955 |
| Apartment 101 3 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,450,000 | 2024-03-20 | £1,286,150 |
W12 7FS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
W12 7FS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 W12 7FS 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 | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randolph Beresford Early Years Centre Australia Road , White City W12 7PH | 4out of 4 | 347 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's & Avondale Park Nursery School Sirdar Road , W11 4EE | 4out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vanessa Nursery School 14 Cathnor Road , W12 9JA | 4out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Golborne Children's Centre 2a Bevington Road , North Kensington W10 5TN | 4out of 4 | 1,980 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maxilla Nursery School 2a Bevington Road , W10 5TN | 4out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Swift Primary Academy Australia Road , W12 7PT | 3out of 4 | 191 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John XXIII Catholic Primary School 1 India Way , W12 7QT | 4out of 4 | 403 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Bentworth Primary Academy Bentworth Road , Westway W12 7AJ | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Uxbridge Road , W12 8LH | 4out of 4 | 646 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Miles Coverdale Primary School Coverdale Road , Shepherds Bush W12 8JJ | 4out of 4 | 823 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Academy The Curve , W12 0RQ | 3out of 4 | 804 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kensington Aldridge Academy 1 Silchester Road , W10 6EX | 4out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hammersmith Academy 25 Cathnor Road , W12 9JD | 3out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School 89 Addison Road , W14 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College 75 St Charles Square , W10 6EL | 3out of 4 | 1,497 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College 74 St Charles Square , North Kensington W10 6EY | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 2,533 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Sixth Form St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB | 2out of 4 | 2,725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| United Colleges Group 25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB | - not rated | 4,186 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Burlington Danes Academy Wood Lane , W12 0HR | 2out of 4 | 993 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RU | 4out of 4 | 4,603 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Tizard School South Africa Road , W12 7PA | 4out of 4 | 468 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catch22 Pupil Parent Partnership 191 Freston Road , London W10 6TH | - not rated | 659 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge School 61, Bryony Rd , White City W12 0SP | 3out of 4 | 663 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Latimer Academy 194 Freston Road , Latimer Road Station W10 6TT | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Young Dancers Academy 25 Bulwer Street , Shepherds Bush W12 8AR | - not rated | 702 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endo At The Rotunda | The Rotunda, 3 Television Centre | 0 yd | |
| White City Studio | 1 Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane | 53 yd | |
| Kin Pizza | Unit 7, 2 Television Centre | 53 yd | |
| Kricket TVC | Unit 2, 2 Television Centre | 53 yd | |
| Flying Horse Coffee | Unit 3, 2 Television Centre | 53 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Broadcaster | Pavilion Building, 89 Wood Lane | 122 yd | |
| Queens Tavern | 51 South Africa Road, London | 216 yd | |
| Little Moons | Unit K1208, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 343 yd | |
| The Bull | Unit 1033, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 443 yd | |
| The White Horse | White Horse, 31 Uxbridge Road | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bubbleology | Unit K2212, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 343 yd | |
| Crussh | Unit 1, Media Works Building | 387 yd | |
| The Shake Lab | Kiosk 1015, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 443 yd | |
| Wheelcake Island | Kiosk 1013, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 443 yd | |
| Mr. Pretzels | Kiosk 1016, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Store B, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 443 yd | |
| Waitrose | Store E, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 443 yd | |
| Tesco Express | BBC White City, 201 Wood Lane | 467 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 31A Uxbridge Road, London | 589 yd | |
| Damas Gate | 81 - 85 Uxbridge Road, London | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hammersmith Park WHITE CITY ESTATE | tennis courts | 174 yd |
| Playfootball Shepherd'S Bush SOUTH AFRICA ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 214 yd |
| Gymbox (Westfield London) WESTFIELD LONDON SHOPPING CENTRE WESTFIELD LONDON SHOPPING CENTRE ARIEL WAY | health and fitness suite | 335 yd |
| Queens Park Rangers (Loftus Road) South Africa Road | grass pitches | 451 yd |
| Fatima Community Centre (Closed) Fatima Community Centre Fatima Community Centre Commonwealth Avenue | 573 yd | |
| Harrow Club W10 FRESTON ROAD | 581 yd | |
| Royal Fitness (Closed) 23-25 23-25 Uxbridge Road | health and fitness suite | 586 yd |
| Bbc Squash Club (Closed) Woodlands Woodlands Wood Lane | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 687 yd |
| Phoenix Fitness Centre & Janet Adegoke Swimming Pool BLOEMFONTEIN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 698 yd |
| Shepherds Bush Green (Closed) Shepherds Bush Green | tennis courts | 709 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 | 175 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 361.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 301 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.