W3 6XD is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Brett Villas, 0.5km from North Acton in Ealing. Administratively it sits within North Acton ward and the Ealing Central and Acton constituency.
For renters and young professionals, W3 6XD offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. With an average age of just 20, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 67% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 51% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ealing.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for W3 6XD are sourced from Output Area E00179195 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRETT VILLAS, W3 6XD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRETT VILLAS, W3 6XD.
702
20
£ 49,400 /yr
11%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: W3 6XD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
W3 6XD has a highly multicultural community character — 51% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 20 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for W3 6XD. The average age is 20.5. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around W3 6XD is moderate at 63 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
West Acton Primary School
East Acton Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School
Derwentwater Primary School
Maples Nursery School and Children's Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- A'wa Coffee0.6 km
- Elate Chocolates And Dates0.8 km
- GP Brands0.5 km
- The Good News Baker0.8 km
- Jiffy Grocery0.9 km
- + 48 more
Restaurant, Cafe
63 nearby- Little Beirut0.8 km
- Chickenland Peri Peri0.3 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Holiday Inn London West0.2 km
- Subway0.1 km
- + 58 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- FOORN - Pizza Experience0.5 km
- See Me Changa0.9 km
- Friends Express0.2 km
- Harry's Bar & Pizzeria0.2 km
- Fly Guys0.8 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-Op0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.2 km
- Asda0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Tesco0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Sky Lounge1.0 km
- Acton Village Social Club1.0 km
- Shamrock Sports & Social Club0.5 km
- Addictive0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Acton Main Line0.7 km
- Acton Central1.6 km
- Harlesden1.6 km
Bus Stops
- North Acton Underground Station0.3 km
- North Acton Underground Station0.3 km
- North Acton Underground Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: W36XD · Data under Open Government Licence