Hanwell in W7 is an attractive blend of old and new – a corner of London just outside Ealing where period properties from the Victorian and Edwardian eras sit comfortably alongside exciting new developments and some head-turning architectural gems. St Mary’s Mews is just one example, where modern apartments lie behind a classic brick façade.
The mix is never out of kilter, however, with a forward thinking approach to offsetting property progress and elements of gentrification with Hanwell’s wonderful open spaces and established local communities. Residents love the fact they can live in an urban pocket of London yet are within easy reach of the Grand Union Canal, Brent River Park South and The Brent Valley Golf Course.
For all its parks, canals and picturesque vistas, W7 is vibrant and very much connected to the metropolis. Many regeneration pioneers are citing Hanwell Crossrail station as a major incentive to invest in the area. The Elizabeth Line will join already established mainline rail and Tube services, with Hanwell train times to the city some of the fastest around.
We have to mention Heathrow Airport too, which is a 20-minute drive from Hanwell in good conditions, or easily reached by public transport. Its immense pulling power in terms of travel and employment has found a natural synergy with Hanwell – close enough to commute with ease but distant enough to enjoy a tranquil setting to live or work from home.
So who calls Hanwell home? It’s leafy location, proximity to good schools and speedy travel into Central London make it a hit with young professionals and families – those with buyer power, long-term plans and an interest in innovative property solutions.
Residents appreciate Hanwell’s self-contained status, with Uxbridge Road right on the doorstep for everyday essentials, and Gold’s Gym Ealing, Barnet Lawn Tennis Club and Cafesa, a Coffee Shop on Greenford Avenue finding favour in the local community. There’s even the regular Fox Market on Green Lane for vintage finds, handmade goods and local produce – a classic sign that an area is artsy, affluent and appealing.
Adding to Hanwell’s cachet is the close proximity of both Ealing Broadway and Westfield London, where you can revel in the choice of hospitality, leisure and retail options before easily returning to the quiet, leafy surroundings of W7.
