Hillingdon

The London Borough of Hillingdon is a London borough in Outer London, England. It is part of the ceremonial county of Greater London and is governed by Hillingdon London Borough Council. The borough’s administrative centre is Uxbridge. It was established in 1965 under the London Government Act 1963, merging several former Middlesex districts to form a single local authority area.

Geography and population: Hillingdon sits on the western edge of London, covering towns such as Uxbridge, Hayes, Ickenham, Ruislip and Northwood. It has a population of around 320,000 people and is one of the larger boroughs by population in Outer London.

Economy and landmarks: The borough encompasses Heathrow Airport, one of the world’s busiest airports, which serves as a major employer and transport hub. It is also home to Brunel University London in Uxbridge. Notable green spaces include Ruislip Lido and the Colne Valley Regional Park, which extend into Hillingdon and nearby districts.

Transport and services: The area is well connected by road and rail, with the M4 motorway and the A40 running through or near the borough and direct rail links to central London. The Piccadilly line provides access to Heathrow and central London, while the Elizabeth line serves Hayes & Harlington and extends to central and eastern destinations.