W3 6RU is a mixed residential area on Portal Way, 0.6km from North Acton in Ealing. Administratively it sits within North Acton ward and the Ealing Central and Acton constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, W3 6RU is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — big city services, with accommodation and food. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ealing.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for W3 6RU are sourced from Output Area E00166867 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTAL WAY, W3 6RU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTAL WAY, W3 6RU.
136
43
£ 49,400 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: W3 6RU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
With 49% social renting, W3 6RU is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 43-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for W3 6RU. The average age is 43.0. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around W3 6RU is moderate at 62 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
John Perryn Primary School
Old Oak Primary School
East Acton Primary School
West Acton Primary School
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Maples Nursery School and Children's Centre
Derwentwater Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Bulgogi Box0.6 km
- Lebanese Butchery And Supermarket0.5 km
- Ramez & Bros0.5 km
- Boire0.6 km
- Elite Drinks0.8 km
- + 48 more
Restaurant, Cafe
63 nearby- Happy House0.8 km
- EL-ZEINAB CATERING LTD0.7 km
- Healthy Asian Kitchen0.9 km
- Bamboo Lounge1.0 km
- House Of Yum The Food Labs0.9 km
- + 58 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Ambassador General Store0.6 km
- Coqfighter0.6 km
- Dongyuan0.5 km
- Sweet Fellas0.8 km
- Magazine Stylist Food0.5 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-Op0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Asda0.9 km
- Tesco0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- A To Z Hotel1.0 km
- Holiday Inn Express0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Shamrock Sports & Social Club0.5 km
- Addictive0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Acton Main Line0.7 km
- Acton Central1.5 km
- Harlesden1.6 km
Bus Stops
- North Acton Underground Station0.2 km
- North Acton Underground Station0.2 km
- North Acton Underground Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: W36RU · Data under Open Government Licence