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Location in Greater LondonActon Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

46,025
Population
19,885
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£87,796
Avg. household income
3,692
Businesses
6,787
People per km²
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About Acton Green

Acton Green is a town in Greater London. Addresses here fall under the W4 postcode district. Neighbouring places include South Acton and Bedford Park.

Around 46,025 people live in Acton Green, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Acton Green sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Acton Green

There are 654 schools in and around Acton Green. Southfield Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Acton Green

The average property price is £1.1M, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £564K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Acton Green

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Acton Green, with 421 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Acton Green

Acton Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Acton Green

There are 124 GP surgeries within three miles of Acton Green, the nearest being Acton Lane Medical Centre (29 yards away).

Property Prices 5,866 sales

Average Price £1.08M
£100 , £54.3M
Detached £2.33M 181
Semi £1.84M 659
Terraced £1.22M 1,755
Flat £564K 2,914

Household Income in Acton Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Acton Green is approximately £87,796 a year before tax, 59% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £62,772. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Acton Green £87,796
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £62,772.

Businesses in Acton Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 3,692 active businesses based in Acton Green, around 80 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 71 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

3,692 Total businesses
80 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Acton Green IMD 2025

Acton Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 68%
Older 65+ 14%
8,143 Children (0-15) 18%
31,254 Working Age 68%
6,639 Older (65+) 14%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Acton Green 1,645 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Acton Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Anti-social behaviour represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Anti-Social Behaviour 421
Violence & Sexual Offences 401
Shoplifting 206
Vehicle Crime 186
Other Theft 123
Public Order 94
Burglary 64
Drugs 43
Bicycle Theft 35
Theft from Person 23
Robbery 22
Other Crime 15
Weapons 8
Criminal Damage & Arson 4
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

South Acton Train Station 0.2 miles
Acton Central Train Station 0.5 miles
Gunnersbury Train Station 0.8 miles
Acton Main Line Train Station 1 miles
Kew Bridge Train Station 1.3 miles
Chiswick Train Station 1.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District Ealing
Ward Southfield
Constituency Ealing Central and Acton
Parish Ealing, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Acton Green

Of the 20,253 households in and around Acton Green, 52% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 34% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 52% Social rented 14% Private rented 34%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Acton Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Acton Green

What is the population of Acton Green?
Acton Green has a population of approximately 46,025 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Acton Green?
The average property in and around Acton Green sold for about £1,078,775, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 209% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Acton Green a deprived area?
Acton Green sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Acton Green?
Acton Green is covered by the W4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Acton Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Acton Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Acton Green?
The nearest railway station to Acton Green is South Acton Train Station, about 0.2 miles away.