Map & location
Overview
W10 4RE is located along the Harrow Road corridor in North Kensington, within the City of Westminster. This stretch sits just east of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea boundary, close to the junction with Ladbroke Grove and within easy reach of the Grand Union Canal towpath at Kensal Green. The neighbourhood is characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, purpose-built blocks and ongoing residential regeneration.
The area has seen significant investment in recent years as part of Westminster's wider Harrow Road regeneration agenda. Local residents benefit from proximity to the vibrant market culture of Portobello Road to the south, the open green spaces of Meanwhile Gardens alongside the canal, and the cultural energy of Kensal Rise. The postcode falls within the Queen's Park and Maida Vale parliamentary constituency.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £725,000, around 4% above the wider W10 district average of £700,000 (HM Land Registry, 225 recent sales).
Getting here
W10 4RE is served by several bus routes along Harrow Road and surrounding streets, connecting the area to Paddington, Queen's Park, Ladbroke Grove and central London. The Grand Union Canal towpath provides a traffic-free cycling and walking route east towards Paddington Basin and west towards Kensal Green and beyond. Cycling infrastructure on Harrow Road links to the wider London cycling network.
What it's famous for
North Kensington and the Harrow Road area are known for their multicultural character, longstanding Caribbean and Portuguese communities, and a rich creative scene. The neighbourhood is associated with the history of the Notting Hill Carnival — the world's second-largest street festival — whose routes and preparations are deeply rooted in this part of west London. The nearby Grand Union Canal and Meanwhile Gardens, designed in part by Jamie McCullough, are much-loved local amenities. The area has also been the backdrop for several film and television productions drawn to its distinctive streetscapes.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and community services
Kerbside recycling and refuse collection for Westminster residents
Local public lending library serving the North Kensington community
Community group managing the canal-side park and gardens
Tourist attractions
Peaceful canal-side community park with skateboarding and wildlife areas
~300 mScenic walking and cycling route along the historic canal
~350 mWorld-famous antiques and street-food market in Notting Hill
~1.2 kmGrade I listed Victorian cemetery, a major heritage landmark
~700 mLegendary live-music and arts venue close to Ladbroke Grove
~1.5 kmLarge open grassland and nature reserve north of White City
~1.8 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W104RE · 020 89628700
~50 mW104RE · 020 89628700
~50 mW104NJ · 020 89605499
~100 mPharmacies
W104RE · 020 89601001
~50 mW93QH · 02089 603540
~50 mW105PF · 02089 694390
~250 mDentists
W93PN
~350 mW105BE
~350 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee School, is ~250 m away.
Community special school
~250 mCommunity school
~250 mFree schools special
~300 mVoluntary aided school
~300 mLocal authority nursery school
~350 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Independent convenience stores, food shops and service businesses
Growing café culture and independent restaurants near the canal
Small studios and workshops supporting local artists and makers
Active residential regeneration schemes across the Harrow Road corridor
Gyms & leisure
Skate park, community allotments and wildlife-friendly planting
~300 mFlat, traffic-free cycling west to Kensal and east to Paddington
~350 mCouncil-run pool, gym and spa in nearby Bayswater
~2.2 kmCluster of characterful pubs and gastropubs on nearby streets
~1.1 kmCreative hub hosting events, music and independent cinema nearby
~1.0 kmService providers
FTTC and FTTP fibre broadband available across W10
Cable broadband and TV packages available in this area
EE, O2, Vodafone and Three all provide 4G/5G coverage here
Water and sewerage provider for Westminster addresses
Residential & community
Rows of late-Victorian terraces lining Harrow Road and side streets
Post-war and modern residential blocks throughout the ward
Mix of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing
Ongoing Westminster and GLA-backed improvements to housing stock
Transport
Train & Tube
Westbourne Park Station
Westbourne Park
Ladbroke Grove
Ladbroke Grove
Kilburn Park Station
Kilburn Park
Royal Oak
Royal Oak
Bus stops
Harrow Road stops
Frequent buses along Harrow Road towards Paddington and Kensal
Ladbroke Grove / Kensal Road
Connecting services south to Notting Hill and Kensington
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles Docking Station
Hire-bike docking station available near Harrow Road
Grand Union Canal Towpath
Traffic-free cycle path running east–west through the area
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Westminster EV Charging Point
On-street EV charging provided by Westminster City Council
Defibrillators
Community Defibrillator
Publicly accessible AED registered with the local ambulance service
Postboxes & Post Office
Harrow Road Post Office
Post Office counter services on or near Harrow Road
Fuel stations
Harrow Road Petrol Station
Local filling station with forecourt shop
Places of worship
Victorian Church of England parish church serving North Kensington
~900 mRoman Catholic church in the heart of Notting Hill
~1.3 kmLocal mosque serving the Muslim community in W10
~700 mAnglican church on College Road, Kensal Green
~750 mCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 340% above the national average (299.7 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1531 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 3 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,975.
Housing & utilities
Property values reflect Westminster premium but more affordable than central London
Victorian terraces, converted flats and modern social housing side by side
High proportion of private rentals, popular with young professionals
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Canal-side green corridor offering nature and recreation
Air quality monitored by Westminster; Harrow Road a busy arterial road
Road traffic on Harrow Road is the primary source of ambient noise
Area is generally at low risk of river or surface water flooding
FAQs
Where is the W10 4RE postcode?
W10 4RE is located on the Harrow Road corridor in North Kensington, within the City of Westminster. It sits near the boundary with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, close to the Grand Union Canal and Kensal Green.
Which council is W10 4RE in?
W10 4RE falls within the City of Westminster, despite being geographically in the W10 postcode district which is commonly associated with North Kensington. The relevant local authority for council tax, planning and services is Westminster City Council.
Which parliamentary constituency covers W10 4RE?
W10 4RE is in the Queen's Park and Maida Vale parliamentary constituency, created for the 2024 general election.
What is the W10 4RE area like to live in?
The area is a diverse, multicultural neighbourhood with a mix of Victorian terraces, purpose-built flats and social housing. It is well connected by bus and canal-side cycling routes, with local green spaces like Meanwhile Gardens and a lively independent business scene emerging near the canal.
What ward is W10 4RE in?
W10 4RE is in the Harrow Road ward, one of the electoral wards of the City of Westminster.
Are there good transport links from W10 4RE?
The area is served by several frequent bus routes along Harrow Road connecting to Paddington, Kensal Green and central London. The Grand Union Canal towpath provides a direct cycling route east into Paddington Basin and west towards Kensal Rise.
What schools are near W10 4RE?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is W10 4RE close to in terms of leisure and amenities?
Residents are close to Meanwhile Gardens and the Grand Union Canal, Portobello Road Market (around 1.2 km south), Kensal Green Cemetery, and the independent shops and cafés of the Kensal Rise area. Notting Hill and its cultural offer is also within easy reach.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
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