The history of the Muslim community in Wembley and Harrow spans almost eight decades. What began as a small but steadily growing presence during the 1950s has developed over the years into a well-established community. Today, it is estimated that 30,000–40,000 Muslims live in Harrow alone, with many families having deep and longstanding connections to the area.

The majority of Muslims in Harrow are of South Asian heritage. As the community grew, so too did its religious, social and cultural needs. Small groups of Muslims began coming together to establish places of worship and community support. In many cases, individuals pooled their resources to purchase properties, converting the ground floors into mosques and using the upper floors as accommodation for Imams.

From these early initiatives, a number of community societies and associations emerged, established by residents who recognised the importance of supporting one another and preserving the values, traditions and wellbeing of the growing Muslim community.