Map & location
Overview
W10 5QZ falls within the Golborne ward of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, in the area widely known as North Kensington. The immediate surroundings are characterised by a lively mix of Victorian and post-war terraced housing, independent shops, and the famed Golborne Road market, which draws antique hunters and food lovers from across London every Friday and Saturday. The Trellick Tower — one of London's most iconic Brutalist landmarks — rises prominently just to the south-east, while the Grand Union Canal towpath offers a green corridor to the north.
The neighbourhood has long been home to a rich blend of communities, with strong Portuguese, Moroccan, and Caribbean heritage reflected in its restaurants, cafés, and cultural events. North Kensington is undergoing gradual regeneration, with new community facilities and improved public spaces, yet retains the independent, bohemian character that distinguishes it from the more affluent southern parts of the Royal Borough.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £600,000, around 14% below the wider W10 district average of £700,000 (HM Land Registry, 202 recent sales).
Getting here
W10 5QZ is well served by London buses along Ladbroke Grove and Golborne Road, connecting to Westbourne Park, Ladbroke Grove, and destinations across West London. The area is within comfortable cycling distance of Portobello Road and the wider Royal Borough cycle network, and the Grand Union Canal towpath provides a pleasant off-road cycling route. On-street parking is available but subject to controlled parking zone restrictions. The A40 Western Avenue is accessible a short drive to the north, and central London is reachable within 20–30 minutes by bus.
What it's famous for
North Kensington's Golborne Road is celebrated for its eclectic weekend market, Portuguese pastelarias, and Moroccan eateries — a world away from the tourist bustle of nearby Notting Hill. The area is forever associated with the Trellick Tower, designed by Ernő Goldfinger and now a Grade I listed building beloved by architecture enthusiasts. North Kensington was also the epicentre of the 1976 Notting Hill Carnival riots and remains deeply connected to the Notting Hill Carnival itself, the largest street festival in Europe. The neighbourhood gained further prominence after the tragic Grenfell Tower fire of 2017, which has shaped local community activism and regeneration efforts ever since.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, waste, and social services for the area
Ongoing community-led memorial and support initiatives nearby
Public library and community hub on Ladbroke Grove
Early years and family support services across the borough
CPZ restrictions apply throughout the W10 area
Tourist attractions
Iconic Grade I listed Brutalist tower by Ernő Goldfinger
~400 mEclectic Friday and Saturday street market with antiques and food
~200 mScenic canalside walking and cycling route heading west
~500 mCommunity park and skate spot beside the canal
~600 mWorld-famous antiques and street food market in Notting Hill
~1.0 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W105NT · 020 89605620
~300 mW111PA · 020 77274592
~450 mW111PA · 020 77274592
~450 mPharmacies
W105NP · 020 89685808
~300 mW105PS · 020 89698741
~300 mW111LA · 02077 275470
~400 mDentists
W105TG
~100 mW111HA
~250 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Golborne & Maxilla Nursery School, is ~100 m away.
Local authority nursery school
~100 mOther independent school
~200 mCommunity school
~250 mOther independent school
~300 mOther independent school
~400 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
A cluster of antique dealers, cafés, and boutique shops
Family-run eateries reflecting the area's diverse heritage
Artists' studios and design businesses occupy converted spaces
Traditional and gastropubs serving the local residential community
Gyms & leisure
Skateboarding, community growing, and open green space
~600 mTowpath for jogging, cycling, and leisurely walks
~500 mSwimming pool, gym, and fitness classes in the borough
~1.5 kmLive music and arts events venue in nearby Notting Hill
~1.2 kmYouth and community activities in North Kensington
~400 mService providers
FTTC and full-fibre broadband available in W10
Cable broadband widely available in North Kensington
Good 4G/5G coverage from EE, Vodafone, O2, and Three
Water and sewerage services for the Royal Borough
Residential & community
Two- and three-storey terraces typical on side streets
Council-built blocks and low-rise estates from the 1950s–70s
Many terraces subdivided into leasehold or private-rented flats
Estimated majority of residents are private or social renters
Several sites subject to borough regeneration and improvement schemes
Transport
Train & Tube
Westbourne Park Station
Westbourne Park
Ladbroke Grove
Ladbroke Grove
Latimer Road
Latimer Road
Royal Oak
Royal Oak
Bus stops
Ladbroke Grove / Golborne Road stops
Multiple TfL stops within 2 minutes' walk
Westbourne Park Road stops
Southbound services toward Notting Hill and Bayswater
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles docking station
TfL hire bikes available near Ladbroke Grove
Grand Union Canal Towpath
Off-road cycling route connecting west London destinations
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
On-street EV charge points
RBKC-operated charge points on nearby residential streets
Defibrillators
Community defibrillators
AEDs located at local community centres and estates in W10
Postboxes & Post Office
Golborne Road Post Office
Counter services and parcel drop-off on Golborne Road
Fuel stations
Nearest petrol station
Petrol forecourt accessible via Ladbroke Grove or Harrow Road
Places of worship
Catholic parish church serving North Kensington
~600 mAnglican church with community outreach programme
~700 mLocal mosque serving the area's Muslim community
~500 mCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 200% above the national average (204.1 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1623 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 1 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 1,592.
Housing & utilities
Estimated majority rent privately or through social housing
Victorian terraces, converted flats, and council-era blocks
Demand is high; rental prices reflect proximity to central London
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Linear green space and wildlife habitat running through the area
Moderate pollution levels typical of inner West London
Ladbroke Grove and Golborne Road generate moderate traffic noise
Canal proximity places some streets in Environment Agency flood zone
FAQs
Where is the postcode W10 5QZ?
W10 5QZ is in the Golborne ward of North Kensington, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, West London. It sits close to Golborne Road, roughly half a mile north of the Notting Hill area.
Which council covers W10 5QZ?
W10 5QZ falls within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), one of London's 32 borough councils.
Which parliamentary constituency is W10 5QZ in?
W10 5QZ is in the Kensington and Bayswater parliamentary constituency.
Which ward is W10 5QZ in?
The postcode is in the Golborne ward, one of the northernmost wards in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
What schools are near W10 5QZ?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the Golborne ward area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the W10 5QZ area like to live in?
The area is culturally diverse and community-spirited, with a lively independent high street on Golborne Road, easy access to the Grand Union Canal, and a strong sense of neighbourhood identity. It is more affordable and less gentrified than the southern parts of Kensington, though rental demand is high.
What are house prices like in W10 5QZ?
North Kensington is more affordable than much of the Royal Borough, but as an inner London postcode prices and rents remain above the national average. The local market is dominated by flats and converted terraces. See current listings for up-to-date figures.
What famous landmarks are near W10 5QZ?
The most prominent local landmark is Trellick Tower, a Grade I listed Brutalist skyscraper roughly 400 metres away. Golborne Road market, the Grand Union Canal, and Portobello Road are all within easy walking distance.
Nearby postcodes
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Useful links
Official records and property listings for W10 5QZ: