Scotch Common is in London and in Ealing district. W13 8DL is located in the Pitshanger electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ealing North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Scotch Common, London, W13 8DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: W13 8DP, W13 8DR, W13 8DG, W13 8BE, W13 8DS, W13 8DD, W13 8BB, W13 8DF, W13 8DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding W13 8DL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 55.8% | 6.7% | 51.0% | 4.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 44.2% | -6.7% | 49.0% | -4.8% |
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% | 39.5% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 44.2% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 46.8% | 53.5% | 6.7% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 32.3% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 9.3% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 4.4% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 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.
In the area around W13 8DL this area, 8.6% 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 63.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 8.6% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 4.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 11.8% | 3.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 8% | -1.9% | 16.9% | -8.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.7% | 63.1% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 29.3% |
| Other | 11.5% | 1.6% | -9.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 6.4% | 5.4% | -1.0% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 76.8% | 67.9% | -8.9% | 81.4% | -13.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 6.4% | 11.2% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 9.6% |
In this area, 58.3% 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 | 61.8% | 58.3% | -3.5% | 83.2% | -24.9% |
| European Union | 11.8% | 14% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 7.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.2% | 16.2% | -2.0% | 5.6% | 10.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60% | 59.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | -24.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 33.3% | 31.0% | 9.8% | 23.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 3.6% | -1.4% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.3% | 2.7% | -4.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 25.5% | 1.3% | -24.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Middle East | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 1.4% | 13.5% | -12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Scotch Common was 85.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.6% higher than the Pitshanger average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Scotch Common has the 13th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pitshanger and the 476th lowest crime rate of 951 local areas in Ealing .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 72.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Scotch Common, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,275,000 | 2021-03-23 | £1,447,059 |
| 3 Scotch Common, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2019-03-22 | £1,159,801 |
W13 8DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allenby Nursery School Allenby Road , UB1 2HX | - not rated | 3,480 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 | 4,218 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Acton Childrens Centre Castle Close , Acton W3 8RX | 4out of 4 | 4,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maples Nursery School and Children's Centre East Churchfield Road , Acton W3 7LL | 2out of 4 | 4,844 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawood Nursery School & Family Wellbeing Centre 35 Fawood Avenue , NW10 8DX | 3out of 4 | 4,903 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Ealing Primary School Pitshanger Lane , Ealing W5 1RP | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Hathaway Gardens , Ealing W13 0DH | 3out of 4 | 706 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hathaway Primary School Hathaway Gardens , Ealing W13 0DH | - not rated | 706 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Woodfield Road , Ealing W5 1SL | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compton First School Compton Close , Cavendish Avenue W13 0JG | - not rated | 1,069 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gurnell Middle School Hathaway Gardens , Ealing W13 0DH | - not rated | 829 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier Middle School Helena Road , Ealing W5 2RA | - not rated | 1,345 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentside Middle School Kennedy Road , Hanwell W7 1JL | - not rated | 1,488 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Perivale Middle School Federal Road , Perivale UB6 7AF | - not rated | 1,724 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Middle School Oaklands Road , Hanwell W7 2DP | - not rated | 2,526 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentside High School Greenford Avenue , Hanwell W7 1JJ | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Manor High School Drayton Bridge Road , Hanwell W7 1EU | 4out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Manor High School Drayton Bridge Road , Hanwell W7 1EU | - not rated | 1,591 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing Green High School The Green , W5 5EW | - not rated | 2,013 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ada Lovelace Church of England High School Park View Road , Ealing W5 2JX | 4out of 4 | 2,163 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ealing Tertiary College Acton Centre , Mill Hill Road W3 8UX | - not rated | 3,959 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dominic's Sixth Form College Mount Park Avenue , Harrow-on-the-Hill HA1 3HX | - not rated | 5,310 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nishkam School West London 152 Syon Lane , TW7 5PN | 4out of 4 | 4,759 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alec Reed Academy Bengarth Road , UB5 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 5,225 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notting Hill & Ealing High School GDST 2 Cleveland Road , Ealing W13 8AX | - not rated | 499 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Castlebar School Hathaway Gardens , Ealing W13 0DH | - not rated | 722 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing College Upper School 83 The Avenue , Ealing W13 8JS | - not rated | 904 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing Alternative Provision Compton Close , Ealing W13 0LR | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avenue House School 70 The Avenue , W13 8LS | - not rated | 959 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samrat Bangladeshi And Indian Cuisine | 52 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 296 yd | |
| Kin Cha | 58 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 296 yd | |
| Cafe Berry Limited | The Lodge And Tennis Centre, Pitshanger Park | 418 yd | |
| Oscars | 125 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 432 yd | |
| Blue Ocean ( Pitshanger ) London Limited | 151 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Of Kent | The Duke Of Kent, Scotch Common | 67 yd | |
| Village Inn | 124 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 623 yd | |
| Brentham Club & Perry Cafe | Brentham Club, 38A Meadvale Road | 960 yd | |
| St Benedicts Mens Club | Welsby Court, Eaton Rise | 966 yd | |
| Ealing Golf Club | Club House, Ealing Golf Course | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Kebab | 48 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 296 yd | |
| Pizza Piccolo | 40 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 296 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 94 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 459 yd | |
| Westside Cafe & Sandwich Bar | 92 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 504 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco Superstore, The Old Hoover Building | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Welcome | 107 - 109 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing | 372 yd | |
| Co-Op Food | The Co-operative Food, 116 - 118 Pitshanger Lane | 601 yd | |
| BP Perivale Simply Food Connect | Site Of Bp Service Station, Western Avenue | 1,082 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore, The Old Hoover Building | 1,085 yd | |
| Tesco Petrol Station | Tesco Superstore, The Old Hoover Building | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scotch Common Scotch Common | grass pitches | 256 yd |
| Notting Hill & Ealing High School CLEVELAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 500 yd |
| Thames Valley University (Closed) Argyle Road | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Argyle Road Pitches ARGYLE ROAD | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Trailfinders Sports Club VALLIS WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 681 yd |
| Castlebar Primary School HATHAWAY GARDENS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 715 yd |
| Pitshanger Park MEADVALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 803 yd |
| St Barnabas Church And Millennium Hall ST. BARNABAS MILLENNIUM HALL ST. BARNABAS MILLENNIUM HALL PITSHANGER LANE | 825 yd | |
| Woodlands Academy HATHAWAY GARDENS | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| St Benedicts School (Perivale Playing Field) ST BENEDICTS PLAYING FIELDS ST BENEDICTS PLAYING FIELDS PERIVALE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 945 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| 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.