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Living in Harrow
Thinking about moving to Harrow or just curious about what makes it such a desirable part of London? Our local area guide covers everything you need to know — from green spaces and local schools to shops, pubs, dining spots, and transport connections.
Harrow is known for its friendly atmosphere, attractive streets, and diverse community. It’s a place where neighbours say hello, where families feel settled, and where professionals find a great balance between city life and local charm.
Whether you’re buying your first home, renting an apartment, or looking to invest in a growing area, Harrow offers opportunities for everyone. With a mix of period properties and modern developments, plus strong demand from Londoners seeking both character and convenience, it's no surprise that Harrow continues to grow in popularity.
Offering a rich history alongside modern amenities, Harrow blends the old and the new in a way that few areas can. It's more than just a location — it’s a lifestyle choice that makes living in Harrow truly rewarding.
Places to go near Harrow
Discover popular spots, hidden gems, and top-rated places to visit in Harrow
Wembley Stadium
4.6 Wembley
London Designer Outlet
4.3 Wembley Park Boulevard, Wembley Park, Wembley
Brent Cross Shopping Centre
4.3 Prince Charles Drive, London
Royal Air Force Museum London
4.8 Grahame Park Way, London
Ealing Broadway
4.3 The Broadway, London
Flip Out Brent Cross
4.6 Unit 7, Staples Corner Retail Park, Geron Way, London
St Ann's Shopping Centre
4.2 Saint Anns Road, Harrow
St George's Shopping Centre
4.2 Saint Anns Road, Harrow
Ace Cafe London
4.5 Ace Corner, North Circular Road, London
Gunnersbury Park
4.6 Gunnersbury Park, Popes Lane, London
The Broadwalk Shopping Centre
4 Station Road, Edgware
Westway Cross Retail Park
4.2 1000 Greenford Road, Greenford
National Trust - Osterley Park and House
4.6 Jersey Road, Isleworth
Vue Cinema Harrow
4.2 St George's Shopping & Leisure Centre, St Anne's Road, London
Wembley Central
4.2 Plaza Control Room, High Road, Wembley, London
Cineworld South Ruislip
4.5 The Old Dairy, Victoria Road, Ruislip
Gladstone Park
4.6 52 Mulgrave Road, London
Queen's Park
4.6 Queens Park Lodge, Harvist Road, London
Cineworld Wembley
4.3 Wembley Park Boulevard, Wembley
Guru Nanak Road Gurdwara - Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall
4.8 Guru Nanak Road, Southall
Brent South Shopping Park
4.2 119 Brent Terrace, London
Bubble Planet - London
4 22 Fulton Road, Wembley
L'artista Ristorante Pizzeria
4.3 915-917 Finchley Road, London
Roundwood Park
4.5 Harlesden Road, London
Hanwell Zoo
4.3 Church Road, London
Hendon Park
4.5 17 Queens Road, London
Harrow Central Mosque & Masood Islamic Centre
4.7 34 Station Road, Harrow
Battle of Britain Bunker
4.8 Wren Avenue, Uxbridge
Asda Wembley Superstore
3.7 Forty Lane, Wembley
Beck Theatre
4.3 Grange Road, Hayes
The Oaks Shopping Centre
4.1 Churchfield Road, London
Harrow Arts Centre
4.4 171 Uxbridge Road, Pinner
Alice House Queen's Park
4.3 53-55 Salusbury Road, London
Asda Park Royal Superstore
3.5 2-20 Western Road, London
ODEON Luxe Acton
4.6 Royale Leisure Park, Western Avenue, London
Polish Air Force Memorial
4.8 Western Avenue, Ruislip
Eastcote House Gardens
4.6 High Road, Pinner
London Museum of Water & Steam
4.6 Green Dragon Lane, Brentford
GAIL's Bakery Queens Park
4.2 75 Salusbury Road, London
Gunnersbury Park Museum
4.6 Gunnersbury Park, Gunnersbury Park Museum, Popes Lane, London
Woodcock Park
4.5 Harrow
Costa Coffee
4.2 Unit 14, Greenford
Roxbourne Park
4.5 Cannon Lane, Pinner
Headstone Manor and Museum
4.6 Headstone Manor, Headstone Recreation Ground, Pinner View, Harrow
Lexi Cinema
4.7 194b Chamberlayne Road, London
The Lodge Tavern
4.1 Saunders House, 53 The Mall, London
Harrow Town Centre
4.2 St George’s Shopping Centre, Saint Anns Road, BID, Harrow
Caffè Nero
4.1 27 Saint Anns Road, Harrow
Silkbridge Retail Park
4.2 1 Edgware Road, London
Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery
4.7 Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, Ealing Green, London
Inflata Nation Colindale (London)
4 Unit 1 Colindale Retail Park 355 The Hyde, Edgware Road, London
Bentley Priory Museum
4.7 Mansion House Drive, Stanmore
Costa Coffee
3.9 8 Clive Parade, Northwood
The Prince of Wales
4.3 1 Harlington Road, Uxbridge
Costa Coffee
4.1 11, 13 Golders Green Road, London
Caffè Nero
3.9 Unit 2, 67-70 Station Road, Edgware
Caffè Nero
4.2 51 New Broadway, London
Chandos Recreation Ground
4.4 114 Merlin Crescent, Edgware
Afghan Islamic Cultural Centre
4.8 214 Church Road, London
Costa Coffee
4 100 - 102 High Street, Ruislip
Ealing Project
4.4 1 High Street, London
Preston Park
4.4 College Road, Wembley
Perivale Park
4.4 22 Betham Road, Greenford
Grodz
4.4 4-6 The Promenade, Edgwarebury Lane, London
Bagel & Shake Ealing
3.7 9 Drayton Green Road, London
ActOne Cinema & Café
4.8 The Old Library, 119-121 High Street, London
Costa Coffee
4.2 153 Field End Road, Pinner
Ealing Picturehouse
4.4 Unit 8 Filmworks Walk, London
Drayton Green
4.2 23 Glasse Close, London
The Library at Willesden Green
4.3 95 High Road, London
Eton Grove Open Space
4.2 Rugby Road, London
Heath Robinson Museum
4.4 50 West End Lane, Pinner
Amouage Lounge
3.9 32-34 Cricklewood Broadway, London
Lowlands Recreation Ground
4.2 73 Lowlands Road, Harrow
Deer Park
4.4 Unnamed Road, Stanmore
Lord Halsbury Memorial Playing Fields
4.3 48 Arnold Road, Northolt
OPEN Ealing
4.6 OPEN Ealing Arts Centre, Unit 14 School Lane, Dickens Yard, London
Manor Farm House
4.3 Manor Farm House, Eastcote Road, Ruislip
Paradise Fields, Horsenden Hill
4.5 Perivale
Golders Hill Park Zoo
4.3 HR86+Q6, London
For Arts Sake
4.5 45 Bond Street, London
Barista Coffee House
4.4 5, Station Forecourt, Station Road, London, Edgware
Inksane London tattoo studios and art gallery
4.9 STUDIO 20A, 9-11 Standard Road, London
antiquemapsandprints.com (Antiqua Print Gallery Ltd)
4.3 Suite 204, Cumberland House, 80 Scrubs Lane, London
Arya Samaj London
4.5 69 Argyle Road, London
Brent Museum
4.6 Willesden Library Centre, 95 High Road, London
War Memorial Building
4.5 Harrow
Carpenters Workshop Gallery London
4.5 79 Barlby Road, London
Paddock
4.5 109 Brook Road, London
Felix & Spear
4.9 71 Saint Mary's Road, London
bp
3.6 Watford Way, London
W3 gallery
4.9 185 High Street, London
Safarihub
5 15 College Road, Harrow
Grahame White Factory
4.8 London
Jayhawk Ltd - West London
4.6 10A, Argent Centre, Silverdale Road, Hayes
The Cinecave
4.9 841 Coronation Road, London
Ruislip Lido Woodland Centre
4.6 Ruislip
Cow Byre Gallery
4.7 Manor Farm, Ruislip
Kiln Cinema
5 269 Kilburn High Road, London
1Above E-shop
3.9 Middlesex, 4 Crystal Way, Harrow
ProofVision
4.7 Unit 1, Avad House, Belvue Road, Northolt, London
Cookies Production
4.8 16 The Avenue, Harrow
Rent A Screen
5 Craven Park Mews, London
Jill George Gallery Ltd
5 16 Gillingham Road, London
Ruislip Lido Watersplash
4 Ruislip
Down Barns Moated Site
4.5 Northolt
Ealing Art Group
3 1 Bayham Road, London
Artdor Gallery
5 Penniwells Lodge, Barnet LaneWhat’s it like to live in Harrow?
Living in Harrow means having the best of London at your doorstep. From green spaces to great schools, friendly pubs, and local businesses, the area offers a balanced lifestyle for professionals, families, and retirees alike.
With excellent transport links and a strong sense of community, Harrow continues to grow in popularity among Londoners looking for more than just a place to live — they’re looking for a place to belong.
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Harrow, London
Harrow is a large town in Greater London, England, and serves as the principal settlement of the London Borough of Harrow. Lying about 9.5 miles (15.3 km) north-west of Charing Cross and 5.4 miles (8.7 km) south of Watford, the entire town including its localities had a population of 149,246 at the 2011 census, whereas the wider borough had a population of 250,149.
Harrow London Borough Council
Harrow London Borough Council, also known as Harrow Council, is the local authority for the London Borough of Harrow in Greater London, England. It is a London borough council, one of 32 in London. The council has been under Conservative majority control since 2022. Full council meetings are held at the Harrow Arts Centre and the council's main offices are at the Council Hub in Wealdstone.
London Borough of Harrow
The London Borough of Harrow is a London borough in northwest London, England; it forms part of Outer London. It borders four other London boroughs – Barnet to the east of ancient Watling Street, Brent to the southeast, Ealing to the south and Hillingdon to the west and the Hertfordshire districts of Three Rivers and Hertsmere to the north. The local authority is Harrow London Borough Council. The London borough was formed in 1965, based on boundaries that had been established in 1934. The borough is made up of three towns: Harrow, Pinner and Stanmore, but also includes western parts of Edgware.
Harrow School
Harrow School is a public school in Harrow on the Hill, Greater London, England. The school was founded in 1572 by John Lyon, a local landowner and farmer, under a royal charter of Queen Elizabeth I.