Boston Road is in London and in Ealing district. W7 2AT is located in the Northfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ealing, Southall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Boston Road, London, W7 2AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: W7 2BW, W7 2BN, W7 2AW, W7 2AD, W7 2BT, W7 2AF, W7 2AH, W7 2BQ, W7 2BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around W7 2AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.3% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.7% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of W7 2AT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.2% | 34.1% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 52.4% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (88.9%) 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 | 58.3% | 54.3% | -4.0% | 48.4% | 5.9% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 34.6% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 7.9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 W7 2AT this area, 9.6% 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 57%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.5% | 9.6% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 5.9% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 9.3% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 12.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.9% | 57% | 8.1% | 33.8% | 23.2% |
| Other | 11.3% | 3.7% | -7.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 8.8% | 10.9% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 7.8% |
| Pakistani | 5% | 2.3% | -2.7% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| Black African | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 4.4% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 3.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 67.1% | 62.2% | -4.9% | 81.4% | -19.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 69.4% 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 | 67.4% | 69.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | -13.8% |
| European Union | 11% | 12.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.8% | 0.6% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 5.8% | 5% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.8% | 9.4% | -1.4% | 5.6% | 3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 62.2% | 69.2% | 7.0% | 83.2% | -14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 20.2% | 15.5% | 9.8% | 10.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.4% | 4.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.5% | 4.1% | -19.4% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| Central and South America | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 2.6% | 13.5% | -10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 5.9% | 1.7% | 4.2% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boston Road was 76.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.7% lower than the Hanwell Broadway average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Boston Road has the 35th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Hanwell Broadway and the 463rd lowest crime rate of 964 local areas in Ealing .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 268.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 269 Boston Road, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,020,000 | 2024-11-27 | £986,035 |
| 309 Boston Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2022-09-09 | £990,057 |
| 275 Boston Road, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,275,000 | 2022-09-06 | £1,214,846 |
| 257 Boston Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £985,000 | 2022-06-22 | £972,518 |
| 257 Boston Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £890,000 | 2017-06-16 | £1,023,555 |
W7 2AT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
W7 2AT 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove House Nursery School & Children's Centre 77a North Road , North Road UB1 2JG | 4out of 4 | 3,547 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Acton Childrens Centre Castle Close , Acton W3 8RX | 3out of 4 | 4,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Nursery School and Children's Centre Recreation Road , UB2 5PF | 4out of 4 | 4,373 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windham Nursery School Windham Road , TW9 2HP | 4out of 4 | 4,919 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 | 5,269 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Primary School Oaklands Road , Hanwell W7 2DP | 3out of 4 | 576 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fielding Primary School Wyndham Road , Ealing W13 9TE | 4out of 4 | 682 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Primary School Lower Boston Road , Hanwell W7 2NR | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School York Avenue , Hanwell W7 3HU | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Primary School St John's Primary School , Green Man Gardens W13 0SE | 3out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elthorne Park High School Westlea Road , Hanwell W7 2AH | 4out of 4 | 60 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing Fields High School Little Ealing Lane , Ealing W5 4EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gunnersbury Catholic School The Ride , Boston Manor Road TW8 9LB | 4out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bolder Academy 1 Macfarlane Lane , TW7 5DB | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Manor High School Drayton Bridge Road , Hanwell W7 1EU | 4out of 4 | 1,931 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,212 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 | 1,729 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guru Nanak Sikh Academy Springfield Road , UB4 0LT | 3out of 4 | 5,279 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ann's School Springfield Road , Hanwell W7 3JP | 4out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seva Special School 205-207 UXBRIDGE ROAD , EALING W13 9AA | - not rated | 1,526 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Insights Independent School 3-5 , Alexandria Road W13 0NP | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing Alternative Provision Compton Close , Ealing W13 0LR | 3out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of West London Room Tc 203 , St Mary's Road W5 5RF | - not rated | 2,120 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester Royal Hanwell | The Royal, Boston Road | 231 yd | |
| Manor Cafe (Manners Cafe) | 11 Boston Parade, Boston Road | 400 yd | |
| Number 6 Coffee | 6 Boston Parade, Boston Road | 400 yd | |
| Nepal | 23 Boston Parade, Boston Road | 411 yd | |
| Kone Japanese Restaurant | Boston Manor Hotel, 146-152 Boston Road | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ealing Bowls And Social Club | West Ealing Bowls Club, Mervyn Road | 385 yd | |
| The Boston | 7 Boston Parade, Boston Road | 411 yd | |
| Grosvenor Public House | The Grosvenor, 127 Oaklands Road | 767 yd | |
| The Forester (Bar Only) | The Forester, 2 Leighton Road | 901 yd | |
| The Owl & The Pussycat | 106 Northfield Avenue, West Ealing | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathay Chef | 8 Boston Parade, Boston Road | 400 yd | |
| New Shanghai Blues & Boston Pizza | 156 Boston Road, Hanwell | 617 yd | |
| Biryanimax Ealing | 54 Northfield Avenue, West Ealing | 880 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 20 Northfield Avenue, West Ealing | 914 yd | |
| Magic Food Cafe | Snack Bar, Waterside Trading Centre | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 13 - 14 Boston Parade, Boston Road | 426 yd | |
| Tesco | 101 - 109 Northfield Avenue, West Ealing | 925 yd | |
| Tesco | 91 Boston Road, Hanwell | 978 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 227 Northfield Avenue, West Ealing | 996 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elthorne Sports Centre WESTLEA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 249 yd |
| Eversheds Sports & Social Club (Closed) Southdown Avenue | grass pitches | 306 yd |
| West Ealing Bowls Club MERVYN ROAD | grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Elthorne Park ELTHORNE PARK ELTHORNE PARK BOSTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 366 yd |
| Ealing Fields High School EVERSHED SPORTS GROUND EVERSHED SPORTS GROUND WYKE GARDENS | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| St Pauls Ealing RIDLEY AVENUE | 741 yd | |
| Boston Manor Playing Field BOSTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Blondin Park Windmill Road | grass pitches | 913 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 | 97.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.