Harrow East records 8.14% depression rate, tenth lowest in England
House of Commons Library data shows the borough’s rate is well below the national average of 14.3 per cent
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The House of Commons Library released new constituency‑level figures on adult depression diagnoses, and MyLondon reported the results on 29 July 2026. Harrow East’s rate stands at 8.14 per cent, placing it tenth lowest across England. The statistic refers to adult patients aged 18 and over who have received a formal diagnosis from their GP.
How Harrow East compares nationally
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The national average recorded by the same data set is 14.3 per cent, meaning Harrow East’s figure is almost half that level. Brent West in northwest London registers the lowest constituency rate at 6.66 per cent, followed closely by Ealing Southall at 6.7 per cent. By contrast, the North West region records the highest rates, with Birkenhead at roughly 25 per cent and Brinnington in Stockport at 32 per cent, according to MyLondon.
Depression might feel like you get less enjoyment from the things you previously enjoyed, it might make you want to withdraw from loved ones, you might have trouble eating, sleeping, and exercising, and you can feel isolated or hopeless.
Gemma Byrne, Policy and Influencing Manager, Mind
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What the figures mean for residents
The lower-than‑average rate does not mean mental health concerns are absent. Gemma Byrne of the charity Mind reminded readers that depression can affect daily tasks, relationships and finances. She also noted that the reasons for regional variation are not fully understood.
Mind provides several helplines for residents seeking support, including a general support line at 0300 102 1234 and an infoline at 0300 123 3393, both open weekdays 9 am to 6 pm. The data may help local health providers assess service demand, although no immediate policy changes have been announced.
The House of Commons Library has not indicated when the next update will be published. Residents who are concerned about their mental health are encouraged to use the available helplines or contact their GP for advice.
Questions this report answers
+What is the depression rate in Harrow East?
The latest House of Commons Library figures show that 8.14 per cent of adult GP patients in Harrow East have been diagnosed with depression. This places the constituency tenth lowest in England and well under the national average of 14.3 per cent.
+How does Harrow East’s rate compare with the national average?
Harrow East’s 8.14 per cent rate is almost half the England-wide average of 14.3 per cent. The lowest constituency, Brent West, records 6.66 per cent, while the highest rates are found in the North West, where Birkenhead reaches about 25 per cent.
+Where can residents get help if they are struggling with depression?
Mind operates a support line at 0300 102 1234 and an infoline at 0300 123 3393, both open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm. Residents can also contact their GP for advice or referrals to local mental‑health services.
+When will the next set of depression statistics be released?
The House of Commons Library has not announced a specific date for the next update. The current figures were published in July 2026, and future releases will likely follow the same periodic schedule used for health data.
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