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Colourful markets, ample green spaces and the UK's biggest street carnival - Notting Hill is a London village with soul.
Living in Notting Hill
Notting Hill's enduring popularity with the cosmopolitan set can be attributed to a distinctive mix of stunning period homes, a thriving creative community and vibrant, youthful energy.
Properties in this highly desirable area command equally high prices, attracting media types, families and wealthy professionals who can choose from Victorian terraced houses, apartments and mews properties, which offer easy access to green spaces and the boutique shops in the area. Stucco-fronted houses back on to popular garden squares such as Kensington Park Gardens, St John's Gardens and Ladbroke Square.
More recently the area has also proved popular with city workers moving back in to London from the country, who are drawn to the area with convenient and direct tube access to the city.
Prime streets in Notting Hill are Palace Garden Terrace and Brunswick Gardens, whilst Portobello remains enduringly popular due to its sense of community and strong village feel. The famous Portobello Road Market draws locals and tourists alike for its eclectic mix of antiques, fashion and food.
Nearby Kensal Rise has also improved considerably since 2006. The recently opened clothing boutiques, coffee shops and gastro pubs are increasingly attracting buyers. New Notting Hill developments include the Artisan building, Wellington and Bowden Court.
Transport
Notting Hill Gate tube station is on the Central, District and Circle Lines. Other nearby tube stations include Ladbroke Grove, Latimer Road, Queensway, Bayswater, High Street Kensington, Lancaster Gate and Paddington.
The Heathrow Express runs from Notting Hill's nearest mainline station, which is Paddington.
Additionally the area has an excellent supply of bus routes which including numerous night buses. For a full list of bus routes visit: www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/gettingaround/maps/buses/
History and culture
The very mention of Notting Hill conjures images of the world-famous Notting Hill Carnival, a massive celebration of Caribbean food, music, culture and people. This colourful festival spills into the streets of Notting Hill every August, attracting millions of visitors from around the world.
The area came to further international attention in 1999 with the release of the romantic comedy film 'Notting Hill', starring Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts. Since the early days of its development in the 1820s, Notting Hill's association with artists and creative culture has cultivated a unique area with a chic, energetic atmosphere.
Further information can be found at: www.rbkc.gov.uk and www.nottinghillcarnival.biz
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Notting Hill
2 bedrooms flat in Aldridge Road Villas,London,W11 - Asking price of £439,000
Two bedroom second floor flat in a Victorian conversion off Westbourne Park Road.It comprises a good sized west facing living room with a fire place, a separate kitchen in a neutral décor...... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Kensington Park Gardens, London - Asking price of £1,295,000
An elegant lateral apartment which has been designed with style and flair to create a home with excellent entertaining space and 3 double bedrooms.Leasehold with approximately 62 years remaining... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Darnley Terrace, London, W11 - Guide Price of £1,100,000
A wonderful opportunity to acquire this unmodernised end of terrace period house with the benefit of a rear garden and garage. The property is conveniently located for the local restaurants,...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Ladbroke Terrace, London W11 - Asking price of £595,000
Chartwell House is a retirement house which offers flexible close care facilities for residents over the age of 60 in a well maintained modern building. The secure and private environment also...... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Royal Crescent, London W11 - Asking price of £849,950
A unique, well presented ground and lower ground floor maisonette situated in this highly popular crescent. This unusual, yet well laid out property further benefits from having an abundance of...... view full details
7 bedrooms house in Holland Park, London W11 - Asking price of £12,900,000
A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial unmodernised and detached grade II listed house situated in Holland Park's premier road. The property currently extends to 9,500 square feet and the...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in COLVILLE HOUSES, W11, London - Asking price of £975,000
An interesting three storey freehold house now in need of modernisation. Of particular note the gated off street parking, roof terrace and abundance of lightColville Houses is a...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Ruston Mews, Notting Hill, W11 - Asking price of £600,000
Situated in a gated mews (94 sq m/1,012 sq ft approx.)just off St Marks Road, this bright and contemporary 3 storey townhouse is well presented and has 2 south facing balconies.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Ledbury Road, London W11 - Asking price of £699,000
A bright two bedroom upper maisonette in this central Notting Hill location... view full details
