Map & location
Overview
W10 6RP is located in North Kensington, within the St. Helen's ward of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. This part of W10 sits close to Ladbroke Grove and the Notting Dale neighbourhood, a historically working-class area that has seen significant regeneration and community investment in recent decades. The area is well known for its culturally diverse population and strong local identity.
The surrounding streets lie within easy reach of Portobello Road and the iconic Notting Hill Carnival corridor, as well as Westbourne Park and Latimer Road. Local amenities including shops, community centres and green spaces are accessible on foot, and the area benefits from good bus connections into central London and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £775,000, around 11% above the wider W10 district average of £700,000 (HM Land Registry, 272 recent sales).
Getting here
W10 6RP is well served by London buses running along Ladbroke Grove and Latimer Road, providing frequent connections to Notting Hill Gate, Shepherd's Bush, and central London. The area is within cycling distance of several major routes, and the Hammersmith & City and Circle line corridors are accessible nearby. The A40 Western Avenue and Holland Park Avenue are easily reachable by road, offering onward access to the M40 and central London.
What it's famous for
North Kensington is world-renowned as the home of the Notting Hill Carnival, Europe's largest street festival, held annually on the August Bank Holiday weekend along Ladbroke Grove and surrounding streets. The area has a rich Afro-Caribbean cultural heritage, with strong ties to the Windrush generation. The Portobello Road Market — one of the world's most famous antiques and street food markets — is a short distance to the south. North Kensington was also the location of the Grenfell Tower fire of 2017, a national tragedy that profoundly affected the local community and prompted major changes to building safety regulations across the UK.
Services & facilities
Community organisation managing land and facilities under the A40 Westway
Umbrella body supporting local voluntary and community organisations
Public library on Ladbroke Grove serving the local community
Council housing and tenancy services for Kensington and Chelsea residents
Tourist attractions
World-famous antiques, vintage and street food market
~1.0 kmVictorian walled park and play area off Bosworth Road
~0.5 kmSite of national remembrance in North Kensington
~0.6 kmLarge multi-sport facility beneath the A40 Westway flyover
~0.7 kmCommunity green space and skate park beside the Grand Union Canal
~0.4 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W106NX · 020 89695151
~350 mW106NX · 020 89605677
~350 mW127RZ · 02034 880769
~350 mPharmacies
W106TJ · 020 89690053
~200 mW106QL · 02089 691465
~650 mW106QL · 020 89691465
~650 mDentists
W105NE
~700 mW105NE
~700 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Oxford Gardens Primary School, is ~100 m away.
Community school
~100 mOther independent school
~200 mAcademy alternative provision converter
~250 mOther independent school
~300 mOther independent special school
~300 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Independent shops, cafés and services along the main road
Social enterprises and workspace units under the Westway
Diverse independent food and drink outlets reflecting the area's multicultural character
Gyms & leisure
Canal-side community park with skateboarding and play facilities
~0.4 kmTennis, climbing wall, football and fitness under the Westway
~0.7 kmQuiet walled park with children's playground
~0.5 kmVibrant street with galleries, vintage stalls and cafés
~1.0 kmService providers
FTTC and full-fibre broadband infrastructure in the area
Cable broadband available across much of W10
Water and sewerage services for this postcode
Household waste collection and recycling for Kensington and Chelsea
Residential & community
Characteristic terraced streets of two- and three-storey properties from the late 19th century
Significant proportion of social rented homes managed by RBKC and registered providers
Many larger Victorian houses converted into flats, popular with young professionals and families
Some newer residential developments reflecting ongoing investment in North Kensington
Transport
Train & Tube
Latimer Road
Latimer Road
White City
White City
Ladbroke Grove
Ladbroke Grove
Wood Lane
Shepherds Bush
Bus stops
Ladbroke Grove / Bramley Road
Frequent northbound and southbound services on Ladbroke Grove
Latimer Road / Freston Road
Bus stops near Latimer Road serving east-west routes
Westway / A40 stops
Express routes connecting to Shepherd's Bush and beyond
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles Docking Station
Hire bikes available at docking points near Portobello Road and Ladbroke Grove
Grand Union Canal Towpath
Off-road cycling route running east–west along the canal through North Kensington
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
On-street EV Charging
RBKC-managed on-street charge points in surrounding residential streets
Defibrillators
Westway Sports Centre AED
Publicly accessible defibrillator at the sports centre reception
Postboxes & Post Office
North Kensington Post Office
Post Office counter services on Ladbroke Grove
Fuel stations
Bramley Road Filling Station
Petrol station providing fuel and convenience goods nearby
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving St. Helen's ward
~0.3 kmLocal Anglican church near Treadgold Street
~0.5 kmMosque and community hub on Acklam Road, North Kensington
~0.6 kmActive congregation with community outreach programmes
~0.4 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 93% above the national average (131.3 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1425 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 2 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 2,186.
Housing & utilities
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing typical of inner west London
Most homes are late-Victorian terraces, many now divided into flats
Proximity to central London drives significant demand and above-average prices for inner London
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Air quality typical of inner west London; Ladbroke Grove experiences elevated NO₂ from traffic
Grand Union Canal towpath and several small parks provide green corridors nearby
Moderate road and railway noise typical of a densely occupied inner-London neighbourhood
Generally low surface-water flood risk; check Environment Agency maps for individual properties
FAQs
Where is the W10 6RP postcode?
W10 6RP is in North Kensington, within the St. Helen's ward of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, in west London. It sits near Ladbroke Grove, close to the borders with Notting Hill and Shepherd's Bush.
Which council area does W10 6RP fall under?
W10 6RP is within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC). For council tax, planning applications and local services, residents contact RBKC.
Which parliamentary constituency covers W10 6RP?
W10 6RP is in the Kensington and Bayswater parliamentary constituency.
What is the St. Helen's ward in North Kensington like?
St. Helen's is a diverse, predominantly residential inner-city ward with a mix of Victorian terraced housing, social housing estates and flat conversions. The area has a strong community identity, rich Afro-Caribbean heritage, and is close to the Notting Hill Carnival route and Portobello Road.
What schools are near W10 6RP?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the W10 6RP area — see the Schools section on this page for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What transport links serve W10 6RP?
W10 6RP is well connected by London bus routes running along Ladbroke Grove and Latimer Road. Underground stations in the broader W10 area provide access to the Hammersmith & City, Circle and Central lines. The area is also cycle-friendly, with access to the Grand Union Canal towpath.
What is North Kensington famous for?
North Kensington is best known as the home of the Notting Hill Carnival, Europe's largest street festival. The area is also famous for Portobello Road Market, its multicultural character, and is the location of the Grenfell Tower memorial site.
What GP and health services are available near W10 6RP?
There are NHS GP practices and pharmacies serving the W10 area — see the Healthcare section on this page for the nearest providers with distances.
Nearby postcodes
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