Harrow may be best known for its public boarding school, which has produced many famous and accomplished Britons, but that's far from the only thing this neighbourhood has to offer. A wide range of period and modern property, including a good stock of homes suitable for families, is found in this area. Harrow also offers good access to green space, and yes, good schools - state primary and comprehensive schools, not just the public school. And, located in Zone 5, two Tube stations and the Overground serve a handful of stations - making things easy for commuters, too.
Harrow has a good community feel, particularly in the village of Harrow on the Hill. The area is especially known for its large South Asian and Jewish communities.
The 2014/2015 crime rate and violence against the person rate were both somewhat higher in Greenhill ward than in London overall. In West Harrow, Headstone South, and Harrow on the Hill, the rates were lower. For the period between May 2016 an April 2017, the most common crime types were other theft, shoplifting, and anti-social behaviour.
Parking in this area is generally not too much of an issue.The rate of car ownership in this area is the same as the overall London rate, at around four cars for every five households. Road links - including the A312 the A40 - are fairly good.
Harrow is a largely residential area, but it has a good range of restaurants and pubs. With access to the Tube and the Overground, transport links to other areas for more nightlife options are good.
Harrow is a good place to look for a family home, with a good selection of property styles and sizes to choose from, but especially good availability of semis and detached houses. Pinner Memorial Park is one of the larger open spaces in this area, which includes many family-friendly amenities like children's playgrounds and a cafe. There are numerous recreation grounds and smaller parks in this area, too. Schools are good in this area, which is famous for the public boarding school, but also has a wide range of 'good' and 'outstanding' state primary and comprehensive schools - including religious schools. About 1 in 5 residents is a child aged 0-15.
There is a wide range of property available in Harrow, including many that would be suitable for pets. There is plenty of green and open space in this area, including Pinner Memorial Park and many other, smaller parks and fields.
Harrow is located in Zone 5 and is served by the Tube and the Overground. Harrow & Wealdstone is on the Bakerloo Line, as well as the Overground. North Harrow, Harrow on the Hill, and West Harrow stations are all on the Metropolitan Line. South Harrow is on the Piccadilly Line, as is nearby Sudbury Hill (Zone 4). The area is well-served by local buses, and road links - including the A312 the A40 - are fairly good.