Popes Lane is in London and in Ealing district. W5 4NS is located in the Ealing Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ealing Central and Acton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Popes Lane, London, W5 4NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: W5 4AE, W5 4AJ, W5 4AP, W5 4NG, W5 4ND, W5 4NR, W5 4NF, W5 4AU, W5 4AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around W5 4NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.4% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.6% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 W5 4NS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 49.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 37.8% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.8% | 43.4% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 37.1% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 12% | 15% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 43.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.6% | 17% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.3% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 10.1% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13.8% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.7% | 43.3% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 9.5% |
| Other | 13.3% | 4% | -9.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 57.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 4.6% | 4.9% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 5.1% |
| Black African | 6.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% | 2.5% | 2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.3% | 3.9% | -2.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| White | 67.3% | 57.9% | -9.4% | 81.4% | -23.5% |
| Arab | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 4.7% |
| Other | 2.8% | 6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
In this area, 59.9% 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 | 63% | 59.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -23.3% |
| European Union | 11.6% | 14.8% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 8.8% | 6% | -2.8% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 14.8% | 7.1% | 5.6% | 9.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.3% | 2.8% | -2.5% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 59.5% | 59.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | -23.3% |
| 10+ Years | 6% | 29.9% | 23.9% | 9.8% | 20.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 6% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 3.5% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.9% | 0.7% | -23.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.7% | 37.2% | -11.5% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 13.7% | 6.5% | 7.2% |
| Sikh | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Popes Lane was 262.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 193.7% higher than the Ealing Common average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Popes Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Ealing Common and the 89th highest crime rate of 964 local areas in Ealing .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 188.8%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 Popes Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £665,000 | 2023-05-23 | £699,212 |
| 88 Popes Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £729,000 | 2022-10-28 | £736,508 |
| 92 Popes Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2021-04-19 | £644,205 |
| 108 Popes Lane, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2013-11-01 | £802,989 |
| 90 Popes Lane, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2012-02-10 | £775,216 |
W5 4NS area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in W5 4NS 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Acton Childrens Centre Castle Close , Acton W3 8RX | 3out of 4 | 2,112 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maples Nursery School and Children's Centre East Churchfield Road , Acton W3 7LL | 3out of 4 | 3,167 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windham Nursery School Windham Road , TW9 2HP | 4out of 4 | 3,982 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vanessa Nursery School 14 Cathnor Road , W12 9JA | 4out of 4 | 5,035 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Randolph Beresford Early Years Centre Australia Road , White City W12 7PH | 4out of 4 | 5,331 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Primary School Church Gardens , Ealing W5 4HN | 3out of 4 | 504 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School Little Ealing Lane , Ealing W5 4EA | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Ealing Primary School Weymouth Avenue , Ealing W5 4EA | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lionel Primary School Lionel Road North , TW8 9QT | 4out of 4 | 915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fielding Primary School Wyndham Road , Ealing W13 9TE | 4out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ealing Fields High School Little Ealing Lane , Ealing W5 4EJ | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gunnersbury Catholic School The Ride , Boston Manor Road TW8 9LB | 4out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ark Acton Academy Gunnersbury Lane , Acton W3 8EY | 1out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentford School for Girls 5 Boston Manor Road , TW8 0PG | 3out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ark Soane Academy Gunnersbury Lane , Ealing W3 8EA | - not rated | 2,024 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Thames College London Road , TW7 4HS | - not rated | 4,381 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 | 3,153 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of West London Room Tc 203 , St Mary's Road W5 5RF | - not rated | 758 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Lodge School 8 Mattock Lane , Ealing W5 5BG | - not rated | 1,446 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| International School of London 139 Gunnersbury Avenue , W3 8LG | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing Independent College 83 New Broadway , Ealing W5 5AL | - not rated | 1,503 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagle Park Independent School Park Place , Chiswick W3 8JY | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy Eats | 5 The Pavement | 105 yd | |
| Mosaic Kitchen | 175 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 510 yd | |
| Flame And Fire | 175 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 510 yd | |
| Shaken Bake | 157 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 510 yd | |
| Revival Cafe | 106 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roddy's Bar | Roddy's Bar, 4 The Quadrant | 552 yd | |
| Rose & Crown | Rose And Crown, 1 Church Place | 662 yd | |
| West 5 Bar | West Five Ph, Popes Lane | 744 yd | |
| New Inn | New Inn, 62 St Marys Road | 781 yd | |
| South Ealing Conservative Club | 94 St Marys Road, Ealing | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Noodles | 9 The Pavement, Popes Lane | 133 yd | |
| Pizza Hub | 9 The Pavement, Popes Lane | 157 yd | |
| Sam's Chicken | 143 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 510 yd | |
| Lotus House Fish & Chips | 163 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 517 yd | |
| Sayurit Sushi | 78 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 89 South Ealing Road, Ealing | 500 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Supermarket, 35-39 South Ealing Road | 636 yd | |
| BP Gunnersbury Park SF Connect | 119 Gunnersbury Avenue, Ealing | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Popesfield Sports Ground ST. PAULS CLOSE | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Gunnersbury Park Gunnersbury Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 814 yd |
| Old Actonians Association GUNNERSBURY DRIVE | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 824 yd |
| Carville Hall Park North CARVILLE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Lammas Park (Will To Win) CULMINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 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 | 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.