Hounslow: 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 TW3, TW4, TW5.
Hounslow DR Rent Area Score™
One score that combines rental demand, investment, family life, commuting, lifestyle and food.
Renting in Hounslow
The Hounslow rental market in Greater London is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,633 pcm and rents up roughly 7.1% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across TW3, TW4, TW5.
Rental competition
How hard tenants compete for each property type in Hounslow.
- StudioLow
- 1 bedVery high
- 2 bedLow
- 3 bedMedium
- Family homesVery high
Average time to let
15 days
Tenant demand
Very high
Best for
Who tends to rent well in Hounslow.
- Professionals
- Families
- Commuters
- City workers
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £680 | £8,160 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,250 | £15,000 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,600 | £19,200 |
| 3-bed house | £2,050 | £24,600 |
| 4-bed house | £2,600 | £31,200 |
Featured properties in Hounslow
Premium and featured homes listed by landlords on DR Rent across TW3, TW4, TW5.
Buying in Hounslow
What buyers and first-time buyers can expect from the local sales market.
Average price
£412,000
Price growth (1yr)
+2.8%
Buyer demand
High
Supply
Medium
First-time buyer suitability
Reasonable for the South East
Buying snapshot
Buyers in Hounslow face high competition with prices around £412,000 and growth of about 2.8% over the last year. Reasonable for the South East.
Investing in Hounslow
With an average property price near £412,000 and gross yields around 4.8%, Hounslow offers landlords a balance of capital growth and rental income. Prices have moved about 2.8% in the last year, and very high tenant demand helps keep void periods short.
Landlord opportunity score
7.9/10What tenants are looking for
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- 1Homes with parking
- 2Family homes near schools
- 3Properties near the station
- 42 bed flats
Family living & schools in Hounslow
Schools, Ofsted ratings and family facilities that drive long-term family lettings.
| School | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hounslow Primary School | Primary | Good | 0.6 mi |
| St Mary's C of E Primary, Hounslow | Primary | Good | 1.4 mi |
| Hounslow Junior Academy | Primary | Outstanding | 2.5 mi |
| Hounslow Grammar School | Secondary | Good | 2.4 mi |
| Hounslow Community College | Secondary | Outstanding | 1.9 mi |
| The Hounslow Academy | Secondary | Outstanding | 2.2 mi |
Family facilities
- Hounslow 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 Hounslow
Popular restaurants, takeaways and coffee shops with ratings and distance.
The Hounslow Brasserie
1.6 mi from Hounslow centre
Spice of Hounslow
2 mi from Hounslow centre
Bella Cucina
0.8 mi from Hounslow centre
The Garden Kitchen
1.4 mi from Hounslow centre
Hounslow Tandoori
0.4 mi from Hounslow centre
Coffee & Co, Hounslow
1.9 mi from Hounslow centre
Socialising in Hounslow
Pubs, bars, nightlife, entertainment and shopping.
The Crown, Hounslow
0.7 mi from Hounslow centre
The Railway Tavern
1.6 mi from Hounslow centre
Vault Bar
1.6 mi from Hounslow centre
Hounslow Live Lounge
0.9 mi from Hounslow centre
The Riverside Inn
1.4 mi from Hounslow centre
Hounslow Shopping Centre
1.3 mi from Hounslow centre
Things to do in Hounslow
Gyms, sports clubs, cinemas, golf, walking routes and family attractions.
Hounslow Sports & Fitness
1.5 mi from Hounslow centre
Hounslow Cricket Club
1.8 mi from Hounslow centre
Parkland Golf Club
0.4 mi from Hounslow centre
Hounslow Cinema
1.2 mi from Hounslow centre
Riverside Walking Route
1.4 mi from Hounslow centre
Hounslow Adventure Park
0.7 mi from Hounslow centre
Commuting from Hounslow
London, Heathrow, Reading and motorway connections with typical travel times.
| Destination | Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| London (central) | Train | 36 min |
| London Paddington | Elizabeth Line / GWR | 28 min |
| Reading | Train | 20 min |
| Heathrow Airport | Car / bus | 25 min |
| M4 motorway | Car | 15 min |
| M25 motorway | Car | 22 min |
Local developments in Hounslow
What's coming soon and how it could affect the local market.
Hounslow town centre regeneration
Under construction
New residential scheme near TW3
Approved
Hounslow retail & leisure quarter
Planning
New primary school provision
Proposed
Transport & station improvements
Funded
Local services in Hounslow
Verified contractors covering TW3, TW4, TW5 — connected to the DR Rent marketplace.
EPC Assessors in Hounslow
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 Hounslow
Reliable plumbers for repairs, leaks, heating and bathroom works.
View plumbersInventory Clerks in Hounslow
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 Hounslow
The certificates and rules every local landlord must stay on top of.
EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rentals in Hounslow 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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