W5 1AS is a mixed residential area on Garrick Close, 0.3km from Hanger Hill in Ealing. Administratively it sits within Hanger Hill ward and the Ealing Central and Acton 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. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 58% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ealing.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £280k, up 5.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for W5 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00006390 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GARRICK CLOSE, W5 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARRICK CLOSE, W5 1AS.
252
38
£ 59,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: W5 1AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines W5 1AS — 58% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 5.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for W5 1AS. The average age is 37.6. 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
£ 294,000
10 sales · Mean £ 277,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around W5 1AS is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Montpelier Primary School
Ada Lovelace Church of England High School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
West Twyford Primary School
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls
Vicar's Green Primary School
West Acton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Online Alcohol Delivery / Alcohol Lovers / Kings Of Beers /0.7 km
- Tea House Direct0.7 km
- Wickes0.7 km
- Veer Food & Wine0.6 km
- 24/7 Booze Delivery0.7 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Ashley's0.5 km
- Fawanees Restaurant0.7 km
- Western Avenue M&S Simply Food Connect0.9 km
- WSL1.0 km
- Mirror Palace0.2 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative0.6 km
- Londis1.0 km
- S & S Superstores1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- The Stockpot Brothers0.6 km
- Whole Fresh0.8 km
- AMONX0.7 km
- Paul's Plaice0.5 km
- Alan's Chicken1.0 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Fox And Goose0.7 km
- New Ashbourne0.2 km
- Ealing Cricket & Social Club0.9 km
- Bar 80.6 km
- Crystals of London Bar & Restaurant0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ealing1.2 km
- Ealing Broadway1.5 km
- Ealing Common2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hanger Lane Underground Station0.3 km
- Hanger Lane Underground Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: W51AS · Data under Open Government Licence