Swainson Road is in London and in Ealing district. W3 7UP is located in the Southfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ealing Central and Acton. This postcode has been in use since 2007-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swainson Road, London, W3 7UP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: W3 7TQ, W3 7UN, W3 7TN, W3 7XA, W12 9ED, W3 7RF, W3 7TG, W3 7UJ, W3 7TD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding W3 7UP has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents 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 | 53.9% | 49% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 46.1% | 51% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 W3 7UP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% 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 | 57.1% | 45.4% | -11.7% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.1% | 43.3% | 12.2% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
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 (95.6%) 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 | 63% | 62.7% | -0.3% | 48.4% | 14.3% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 32.9% | 5.1% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -8.7% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -3.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 W3 7UP this area, 5.1% 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 65.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5% | 5.1% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 4.1% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.8% | 4.6% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -8.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 17.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 58.5% | 65.1% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 31.3% |
| Other | 13% | 3.1% | -9.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 11.5% | 13.3% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 11.7% |
| Black African | 7.6% | 2% | -5.6% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.8% | 1.2% | -3.6% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 3.2% | 7.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 6.9% |
| White | 60.4% | 54.4% | -6.0% | 81.4% | -27.0% |
| Arab | 3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Other | 1.6% | 7.3% | 5.7% | 1.6% | 5.7% |
In this area, 51.6% 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 | 55.5% | 51.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -31.6% |
| European Union | 12.5% | 20.8% | 8.3% | 6.1% | 14.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 7.6% | 4.4% | -3.2% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.1% | 17.2% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 11.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5% | 3.6% | -1.4% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Oceania | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 54.3% | 51.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -31.4% |
| 10+ Years | 4.6% | 34.5% | 29.9% | 9.8% | 24.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.2% | 8.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 5.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 18.9% | 2% | -16.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.1% | 3.2% | -11.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 5.2% | 1.5% | 3.7% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 2.8% | 13.5% | -10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 4.8% | 0.5% | 4.3% |
| Muslim | 8.8% | 6.5% | 2.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swainson Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the East Acton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 25 Morris House Swainson Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2026-01-16 | £384,330 |
| Flat 46 Morris House Swainson Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £472,000 | 2024-01-25 | £471,503 |
| Flat 26 Morris House Swainson Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2023-09-22 | £111,327 |
| Flat 38 Morris House Swainson Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2019-07-31 | £239,110 |
| Flat 39 Morris House Swainson Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2018-11-30 | £119,666 |
W3 7UP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
W3 7UP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Retired | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 43 |
| Information and communication | 41 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 39 |
| Education | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Other | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maples Nursery School and Children's Centre East Churchfield Road , Acton W3 7LL | 2out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vanessa Nursery School 14 Cathnor Road , W12 9JA | 4out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Randolph Beresford Early Years Centre Australia Road , White City W12 7PH | 4out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Acton Childrens Centre Castle Close , Acton W3 8RX | 4out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's & Avondale Park Nursery School Sirdar Road , W11 4EE | 3out of 4 | 2,739 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wendell Park Primary School Cobbold Road , W12 9LB | 3out of 4 | 225 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Good Shepherd RC Primary School 35 Gayford Road , W12 9BY | 4out of 4 | 416 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfield Primary School Southfield Road , Bedford Park W4 1BD | 4out of 4 | 760 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Westville Road , Hammersmith W12 9PT | - not rated | 889 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Westville Road , Hammersmith W12 9PT | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acton Green County First and Middle School Beaumont Road , W4 5AW | - not rated | 1,333 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derwentwater Middle School Shakespeare Road , Acton W3 6SA | - not rated | 1,583 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Ealing Middle School Little Ealing Lane , Ealing W5 4EA | - not rated | 4,601 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier Middle School Helena Road , Ealing W5 2RA | - not rated | 4,623 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fielding Middle School Wyndham Road , Ealing W13 9TE | - not rated | 5,446 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammersmith Academy 25 Cathnor Road , W12 9JD | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix Academy The Curve , W12 0RQ | - not rated | 1,276 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix High School The Curve , W12 0RQ | - not rated | 1,276 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West London Free School 241 King Street , W6 9LP | 3out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Soane Academy Gunnersbury Lane , Ealing W3 8EA | 4out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The London Oratory School Seagrave Road , SW6 1RX | - not rated | 5,034 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,056 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Sixth Form St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB | 3out of 4 | 3,063 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 3,097 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College 74 St Charles Square , North Kensington W10 6EY | - not rated | 3,220 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TBAP 16-19 Academic AP Academy Finlay Street , SW6 6HB | - not rated | 4,212 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Aird School Cobbold Road , Shepherds Bush W12 9LB | - not rated | 185 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Muhammad School of Islam 239 Uxbridge Road , Shepherds Bush W12 9DL | - not rated | 474 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensmill School 1 Askham Road , Shepherds Bush W12 0NW | - not rated | 532 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Queensmill Academy 1 Askham Road , Shepherds Bush W12 0NW | 3out of 4 | 532 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Croft School Vespan Road , W12 9QG | - not rated | 621 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merlin Magic Making London | Westgate House, 43-55 The Vale | 168 yd | |
| Grill Shack & Tiki Bar | 15 The Vale, Acton | 203 yd | |
| No 1 Coffee London | 1 The Vale, Acton | 218 yd | |
| Cafe Paolo | Shop, 1 East Vale | 218 yd | |
| The Upper Room | St Saviours Vicarage, Cobbold Road | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mode Club | Leisure Centre, 36 Bromyard Avenue | 379 yd | |
| Acton Vale Working Mens Club | 265 - 267 Uxbridge Road, London | 412 yd | |
| The Askew | 269 Uxbridge Road, London | 412 yd | |
| Appose UK At Shepherds Bush Cricket Club | Shepherds Bush Cricket Club, 38 Bromyard Avenue | 424 yd | |
| The Orchard Tavern | Orchard Tavern, 136 Askew Road | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Express | 3 The Vale, Acton | 218 yd | |
| St Elmo Fish Bar | 1 St Elmo Road, London | 318 yd | |
| Manifesto - The Vale | 115 The Vale, Acton | 414 yd | |
| O Burger | 115 The Vale, Acton | 414 yd | |
| Monkey Temple | 92 Askew Road, London | 501 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 31 The Vale, Acton | 168 yd | |
| Co-op | 100 Askew Road, London | 497 yd | |
| Tesco | 93 Askew Road, London | 508 yd | |
| ZAVICAJ Balkan Food | 113 Askew Road, London | 531 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 167 - 181 Askew Road, London | 752 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Virgin Active (West London) BROMYARD AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 507 yd |
| Kiss Gyms (Acton) Unit 4 Unit 4 The Vale | health and fitness suite | 636 yd |
| Shepherds Bush Cricket Club Bromyard Avenue | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Club Des Sports THE PARK CLUB THE PARK CLUB EAST ACTON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 791 yd |
| King Fahad Academy EAST ACTON LANE | artificial grass pitch | 831 yd |
| Southfield Road Playing Field Southfield Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,027 yd |
| Hammersmith Academy CATHNOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,036 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 159.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.