Brentford

Population

20,330

Crime per 1,000 residents

801

Schools

6

Parks

16

Stations

5

GP practices

7

All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.

Overview

Brentford is a West London riverside town in the borough of Hounslow, close to Kew, Chiswick and Isleworth. It has seen major regeneration around the Thames and Grand Union Canal.

Vibe and lifestyle

Riverside, practical and changing quickly with a mix of new developments and older streets. Popular with commuters and buyers seeking West London value.

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Safety and crime trends

16,280 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.

Most recorded categories:Shoplifting (3,921) Violent Crime (3,083) Anti Social Behaviour (2,553) Vehicle Crime (1,785) Other Theft (1,140)

Families, schools and healthcare

The local education footprint includes 6 schools (3 primary, 3 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 7 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.

School outcomes:Good: 4Not Inspected: 1Outstanding: 1

Population and property context

Census data indicates a resident population of 20,330 across 8,813 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £501,768, based on 990 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.

Everyday convenience and connectivity

For everyday life, the area includes 9 supermarkets, 5 transport stations, 16 parks and 4 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 14 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.