Sold price trend +16.5%
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Hillingdon is a London borough with a population of 305,909 and a median property price of £500,000. The area recorded 2,307 residential sales in the 12 months to May 2026, with prices rising 16.5% over five years.
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Semi-detached homes are most common at 35.1% of housing stock, followed by flats at 30.8%. Owner-occupation is prevalent at 56.6%, though 25.9% rent privately. The median earnings are £41,422 (workplace basis), giving an affordability ratio of 12.3. Employment stands at 59.0%, with 41.4% of residents driving to work and 31.6% working from home. The population is diverse: 48.2% identify as White, 33.3% as Asian, and 38.5% were born outside the UK. Educational attainment is strong, with 37.5% holding Level 4 qualifications or above. There are 110 schools, of which 39 are rated good or better by Ofsted. Air quality is moderate, with nitrogen dioxide at 15.3 µg/m³ and fine particulates at 7.8 µg/m³. Gigabit broadband is available to 85.0% of premises. About 45% of neighbourhoods in England are more deprived than Hillingdon overall. The area contains 30 conservation areas and 42.1% is green belt. Council tax band D is £2,045.46 for 2026/27.
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