Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Harlesden, North West London

Harlesden could be a good area for a first-time buyer to purchase a property to enable them to get on to the property ladder, or for someone to make a purchase for a buy to let investment. In the past, Harlesden has suffered from a poor reputation, though, with the recent regeneration of the town centre, property prices have been increasing steadily. Harlesden is in postcode NW10, in the London Borough of Brent. Harlesden's a good area to conduct a search in for a property, whether you are a first-time buyer, a young professional or a family. Property for sale in Harlesden is a mixture of Victorian houses, and modern purpose built blocks. Conversions are also plentiful, with apartment style flats starting to replace what used to be bed sits. Property prices increase the closer you go towards Kensal Rise. If you're looking to buy a property in Harlesden, for a good sized two bedroom maisonette in a terraced house with its own rear section of garden, and situated close to shops and transport, you should expect to pay around £199k+. If you're searching for a house to purchase, you should expect to pay around £350k+ for a three bedroom Victorian family home in a popular location, close to the high street.

Amenities for Harlesden properties

Harlesden is one of the main hubs of the West Indian community, and is a great place to shop for Jamaican and West Indian goodies. Harlesden is also the heart of the reggae industry, and home to 'The Mean Fiddler', an internationally renowned music venue. For more general shopping Brent Cross is within easy reach; and there is a large Sainsbury's in nearby Kensal Green.

Transport in Harlesden

If you're buying a property in Harlesden you'll find it has good transport links. The Bakerloo line runs from Harlesden tube station (Zone 3). Alternatively, from Willesden Junction, the Silverlink North London line runs down to Richmond, and across to East London.