TW1 1AP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Varsity Drive, 0.9km from Cole Park in Hounslow. Administratively it sits within Isleworth ward and the Brentford and Isleworth constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, areas dominated by food and entertainment. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 59% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Hounslow. Employment levels are high (56% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £350k, up 26.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TW1 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00013254 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VARSITY DRIVE, TW1 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VARSITY DRIVE, TW1 1AP.
263
35
£ 54,300 /yr
72%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TW1 1AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
High employment, young population. TW1 1AP combines 72% economic activity with a 35-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street. Property prices are trending up 26.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TW1 1AP. The average age is 34.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 310,000
6 sales · Mean £ 276,666
Terraced
£ 395,750
6 sales · Mean £ 413,083
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TW1 1AP is moderate at 71 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ivybridge Primary School
Chase Bridge Primary School
Capella House School
Clarendon School
The Richmond upon Thames School
Strathmore School
St Richard Reynolds Catholic Primary School
St Richard Reynolds Catholic High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Reef Kitchens Limited0.1 km
- RFU South Stand - Main Kitchen0.3 km
- The Scrummery0.6 km
- Merits0.7 km
- RFU Twickenham Experience Ltd0.3 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Best One0.8 km
- Last Try Wine Store0.6 km
- KD News0.9 km
- Post Office0.9 km
- Twickenham Food & Wine0.6 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Harlequin FC0.8 km
- The White Hart Inn1.0 km
- The Duke of Cambridge0.9 km
- The Kings Bar (Harlequin RFC)0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Jade's1.0 km
- Mario's0.9 km
- Salt & Vinegar1.0 km
- Chocorose Factory0.8 km
- YO! To Go, Inside Tesco0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- London Marriott Hotel0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd (Main Store)0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Twickenham1.2 km
- St Margarets1.4 km
- Hounslow1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: TW11AP · Data under Open Government Licence