areas within West London
Postcodes
| W1 | W13 | W4 | W8 |
| W10 | W14 | W5 | W9 |
| W11 | W2 | W6 | |
| W12 | W3 | W7 |
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| East Central London | North London | South East London | West Central London |
Londoners looking for a mix of relaxed green spaces, thriving town centres and beautiful homes are heading way out west.
Living in West London
West London has always been attractive to those who need to be close to the centre of London, but also seek a relaxed suburban place to live.
A mixture of green open spaces, sites of historical interest and river walks sit comfortably alongside vibrant town centres that boast some of the most exciting entertainment venues and fashionable restaurants in London.
An extensive mix of urban and suburban housing options exist in West London, ideal for a range of budgets and needs. From the large family houses in Chiswick, Harrow and Ealing to the loft developments of Hammersmith, finding a suitable home is never a problem.
Those people not wanting to work in central London will discover that West London is within reasonable commuting time from England's Home Counties of Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire.
Once an overcrowded down-at-heel area, Notting Hill has emerged in the past 20 years as one of London's top-flight neighbourhoods. Large white stucco houses, pretty garden squares and mews cottages - as seen in the film Notting Hill - are the area's most distinctive architectural features.
Beyond the Westway there is North Kensington, and south of Notting Hill is the exclusive area of Holland Park, with tracts of large Victorian houses.
The ongoing Paddington Basin development and the Paddington to Heathrow Express link have changed the fortunes of this West London area. W2 is close to the heart of the West End, the outskirts of Mayfair are half a mile away, as is Oxford Street.
Paddington is also close enough to St Pancras/King's Cross to benefit from the new Eurostar link to Paris; with all these transport links, the area is popular with corporate tenants. Proximity to trendy Marylebone has also helped this area shed its once seedy image.
Transport
West London is served by a network of major roads and motorways which all feed into West London, providing easy access to Wales, the Midlands, the Home Counties and the rest of London.
West London benefits from excellent rail links for both long distance trips and daily commuting from the surrounding areas.
The main lines from London to the South West, Wales, the Midlands and North West pass through West London, providing links to some of the UK's most important cities and business centres.
The area is served by seven out of the twelve London Underground lines, connecting with buses and local rail to link all residential and business districts.
A number of bus routes serve West London, for full details visit Transport for London's website www.tfl.gov.uk/gettingaround/default.aspx
History and culture
The culture of West London is epitomised in Notting Hill, which has gained worldwide recognition thanks to its annual carnival, which sees the streets taken over for the biggest weekend party of the summer.
West London is home to a number of other quality heritage attractions, such as Syon House, Osterley Park, Chiswick House, the Gunnersbury Park Estate, Pitzhanger Manor House and Gallery and the William Morris Society Museum.
Riverside Studios and the BBC's White City development form the foundation of a strong media and creative industries sector. Other well-known performance venues include the Carling Apollo Hammersmith and the Shepherd's Bush Empire.
For further information visit www.london.gov.uk; www.syonpark.co.uk; www.osterleypark.org.uk;
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1 bedroom flat in The Grove, Ealing Broadway, W5 - Asking price of £262,000
This bright and spacious one bedroomed first floor flat benefits from a generous reception room with modern open-plan kitchen, while being located moments from the shops and amenities of Ealing...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Address not supplied - Asking price of £675,000
A well proportioned two bedroom conversion flat in Paddington featuring private garden and offering plenty of potential, moments from Hyde Park. Westbourne Terrace is conveniently situated moments...... view full details
13 bedrooms house in Lees Place, Mayfair, W1K - Asking price of £12,000,000
Wonderfully positioned in the heart of Mayfair, this imposing red brick building comprises a portfolio containing 11 apartments and six duplex commercial units, offering substantial investment...... view full details
2 bedrooms flat in Maddox Street, Mayfair, W1S - Asking price of £999,995
Offering spacious accommodation, this two bedroomed flat features a larger-than-average reception room and a great location just off Regent Street.... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Fitzgeorge Avenue, West Kensington, W14 - Asking price of £750,000
Situated on the fourth floor of a sought-after mansion block in West Kensington, this excellent two bedroomed apartment offers bright and spacious accommodation, which includes an eat-in kitchen...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Friars Place Lane, Acton, London W3 - Asking price of £749,950
We are delighted to have been instructed to sell this impressive, four bedroom two-storey house with a massive garden in Acton. The ground floor enjoys an immense reception room, a bedroom, guest...... view full details
6 bedrooms house in Gainsborough Road,London,W4 - Asking price of £999,950
A lovely six bedroom Victorian house situated in this convenient road on the edge of Bedford Park and within the Belmont school catchment area. Hall, cellar, sitting room, dining room,...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Devonshire Road, Chiswick, W4 - Asking price of £295,000
An outstanding one bedroomed split-level flat, recently refurbed to a high standard with a superb contemporary feel, lots of natural light, wood floors and a great location on a popular street.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Madeley Road, Ealing, W5 - Asking price of £999,950
This stunning one bedroomed ground floor flat offers an incredible living space, while being located moments from the Ealing Broadway and Ealing Common.... view full details
