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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
1 bedroom flat in Tavistock Mansions, London,London - Asking price of £410,000
From Anscombe & Ringland : An impressive one bedroom apartment occupying the 3rd floor (lift) of a delightful purpose built block. Sought after location close to Notting Hill.... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Kensington Park Road, Notting Hill, W11 - Asking price of £1,425,000
A wonderful three bedroomed split-level maisonette boasting contemporary features and a private roof terrace just moments from trendy Portobello Road and fashionable Westbourne Grove.... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Aldrigde Road Villas, London W11 - Asking price of £439,950
Set within a lovely Victorian conversion this two bedroom flat offers spacious accommodation on a lovely tree lined street. Aldridge Road Villas is in close proximity to Westbourne Grove and...... view full details
bedrooms house in Colville Mews, London W11 - Asking price of £1,050,000
A two storey mews house which is currently used as residential and commercial, offering the potential of an exceptional live/work space.... view full details
2 bedrooms house in HOLLAND PARK MEWS, W11, London - Asking price of £1,300,000
One of the few remaining unconverted houses in this stunning listed mews street. The entire ground floor is still one large open garage and would be excellent for a car collector or alternatively,...... view full details
4 to 5 bedrooms flat in Lansdowne House, Lansdowne Road, London - Asking price of £12,950,000
A unique opportunity to acquire a sensational and very private large penthouse apartment offering light lateral space with wonderful outside terraces.Accommodation & Amenities 4/... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Ladbroke Grove, Notting Hill W11 - Asking price of £475,000
A spacious apartment in this fabulous location just north of St John's Church. A very bright property with a westerly facing balcony and access to the beautiful Lansdowne Crescent gardens.The...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Kensington Park Gardens, London,Central London - Asking price of £1,100,000
A great opportunity to acquire a south facing lateral flat with access to communal gardens... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Blenheim Crescent, London W11 - Asking price of £375,000
A delightful one bedroom top floor apartment in this most attractive stucco fronted Victorian terrace.... view full details
