Harrow: should you rent, buy, invest or live here?
The most useful local property guide in Greater London — DR Rent Area Scores, rental & investment insight, schools, dining, things to do, commuting, developments and live homes across HA1, HA2, HA3.
Harrow DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Harrow
The Harrow rental market in Greater London is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,662 pcm and rents up roughly 5.7% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across HA1, HA2, HA3.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Harrow.
- StudioMedium
- 1 bedVery high
- 2 bedLow
- 3 bedLow
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
25 days
Tenant demand
High
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Harrow.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- City workers
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £680 | £8,160 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,295 | £15,540 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,619 | £19,428 |
| 3-bed house | £2,072 | £24,864 |
| 4-bed house | £2,671 | £32,052 |
Featured properties in Harrow
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across HA1, HA2, HA3.
Buying in Harrow
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£686,000
Price growth (1yr)
+4%
Buyer demand
Medium
Supply
Medium
First-time buyer suitability
Challenging — higher entry prices
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Harrow face medium competition with prices around £686,000 and growth of about 4% over the last year. Challenging — higher entry prices.
Investing in Harrow
With an average property price near £686,000 and gross yields around 5%, Harrow offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 4% in the last year, and high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
8.3/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Furnished 1 bed flats
- 2Garden flats
- 32 bed flats
- 43 bed houses
Family living & schools in Harrow
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrow Primary School | Primary | Good | 1.2 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Harrow | Primary | Outstanding | 2.2 mi |
| Harrow Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 1.6 mi |
| Harrow Grammar School | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.1 mi |
| Harrow Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 0.8 mi |
| The Harrow Academy | Secondary | Good | 2 mi |
Family facilities
- Harrow Leisure Centre & swimming pool
- Local parks and playgrounds
- Public library
- Soft play and family cafés
- NHS GP surgeries and pharmacies
- Weekend markets and community events
Eating out in Harrow
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Harrow Brasserie
1.8 mi from Harrow centre
Spice of Harrow
2.1 mi from Harrow centre
Bella Cucina
1.2 mi from Harrow centre
The Garden Kitchen
0.7 mi from Harrow centre
Harrow Tandoori
1.6 mi from Harrow centre
Coffee & Co, Harrow
2.1 mi from Harrow centre
Socialising in Harrow
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Harrow
1.1 mi from Harrow centre
The Railway Tavern
1.1 mi from Harrow centre
Vault Bar
2.2 mi from Harrow centre
Harrow Live Lounge
2.3 mi from Harrow centre
The Riverside Inn
0.8 mi from Harrow centre
Harrow Shopping Centre
0.2 mi from Harrow centre
Things to do in Harrow
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Harrow Sports & Fitness
1.6 mi from Harrow centre
Harrow Cricket Club
0.8 mi from Harrow centre
Parkland Golf Club
1.1 mi from Harrow centre
Harrow Cinema
1.6 mi from Harrow centre
Riverside Walking Route
2.3 mi from Harrow centre
Harrow Adventure Park
1.7 mi from Harrow centre
Commuting from Harrow
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 29 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 28 min |
| Reading | Train | 21 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 21 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 13 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 26 min |
Local developments in Harrow
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Harrow town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near HA1
Approved
Harrow retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Harrow
Verified contractors covering HA1, HA2, HA3 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Harrow
Accredited domestic energy assessors producing valid EPCs for rental properties.
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Gas Safe registered engineers issuing annual landlord gas safety records.
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Registered electricians carrying out EICR inspections and remedial works.
View electriciansPlumbers in Harrow
Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
View plumbersInventory Clerks in Harrow
Independent inventory clerks producing detailed check-in and check-out reports.
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Professional property photographers and floorplans to let faster.
View property photographersRenting & compliance in Harrow
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Harrow must hold a valid EPC rated E or above before marketing.
Annual gas safety (CP12)
Every gas appliance must be checked yearly by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
EICR (electrical safety)
A satisfactory electrical report is required at least every five years.
Deposit protection
Deposits must be protected in a government scheme within 30 days.
Right to Rent
Tenant immigration status must be checked before a tenancy begins.
Renters' Rights Act
New rules are reshaping how landlords let property across Greater London.
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