uxbridge UB2 Postcodes

Uxbridge (UB2)

The UB2 postcode area is located in the Uxbridge postcode town region, within the county of Greater London, and contains a total of 726 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the UB2 postcode area, including Greenford, Hayes, Northolt, Southall, Uxbridge, West Drayton which come under the local authority of the Ealing Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 13% of people in UB2 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of UB2 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

UB2 postcode area is located in the London Borough of Hillingdon, in the Uxbridge area of West London. It covers the residential districts of North Hillingdon, Harefield, Yeading, Norwood Green, Harlington, Southall, Hillingdon and Hayes. Between the districts, approximately 25,000 households are covered.

With close proximity to Uxbridge and the M25 motorway, UB2 provides direct access to a number of London boroughs and the wider region. Uxbridge itself is situated on the old River Colne, and is known as the ‘Gateway to the Chilterns'. It contains a number of well-known landmarks, including Uxbridge Barracks, St Margaret's Church and the site of the old Uxbridge Lock.

UB2's transport links include an extensive local bus network, as well as Uxbridge and Southall railway stations, which provide services to London, Reading and Birmingham. Heathrow Airport is located nearby, providing international connections to over 180 destinations.

UB2 is home to numerous parks and open spaces, such as Ruislip Woods, Lotmead Farm nature reserve and Chiselhampton Common. Other attractions include a public library, the Brunel University and a leisure complex that hosts cinemas, a gym and a shopping centre.

UB2 has a diverse demographic, featuring a mix of families, professionals and students. Majority of the residents are homeowners, although the area does have some pockets of rented housing. The demographics are mainly young, and a high number of individuals are aged between 16 and 35.

UB2 is mostly composed of post-war terraced housing, however there are several desirable quartes that offer larger houses and exclusive apartments. Property prices in the area are generally lower than neighbouring areas, rendering UB2 a more affordable option for those looking to get onto the property ladder.

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