Map & location
Overview
W13 0SY falls within Hanwell Broadway, one of the principal local centre streets in the London Borough of Ealing. The Broadway itself is lined with independent shops, cafés, and everyday services, giving the area a distinctly local, community-oriented character. Residential streets of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing fan out from the Broadway, making this a popular choice for families and professionals alike.
The neighbourhood benefits from its position between the River Brent and Uxbridge Road, with green spaces such as Brent Lodge Park (locally known as Bunny Park) providing a welcome contrast to the busy high street. Hanwell's sense of community is strong, supported by local markets, events, and a mix of long-established residents and newer arrivals drawn by relatively good-value housing for west London.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £570,000, around 16% below the wider W13 district average of £681,667 (HM Land Registry, 392 recent sales).
Getting here
Hanwell Broadway is well served by London Buses running along the Uxbridge Road (A4020), connecting residents eastward into Ealing and westward towards Southall and Hayes. Several bus routes stop directly on or near the Broadway. The area is also accessible by bicycle, with relatively flat terrain and signed routes linking to the wider Ealing cycling network and the Grand Union Canal towpath nearby. For drivers, the A4020 Uxbridge Road provides direct access to the M4 and central London, while the North Circular (A406) is reachable to the north.
What it's famous for
Hanwell is perhaps best known for the Hanwell Viaduct (also called the Wharncliffe Viaduct), a magnificent Grade I listed railway structure designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and completed in 1838 — one of his earliest major engineering works. The viaduct's eight arches span the River Brent and remain in daily use, making it a much-photographed local landmark. The area also has strong associations with Charlie Chaplin, who spent time at the Hanwell Schools for Orphans and Destitute Children as a boy. Brent Lodge Park, with its small animal centre and miniature railway, has been a family favourite for generations of west Londoners.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, waste and social services for the area
Public library on Cherington Road serving the local community
Counter services and parcel collection on the Broadway
Hosts local events, classes and community group meetings
Kerbside collection managed by the London Borough of Ealing
Tourist attractions
Beloved family park with animal centre and miniature railway
~0.3 miBrunel's Grade I listed 1838 railway viaduct over the River Brent
~0.4 miLarge open green space with sports facilities and walking paths
~0.5 miHistoric parish church set in tranquil grounds above the Brent valley
~0.6 miScenic canalside walking and cycling route heading east and west
~0.8 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W139BE · 020 87992525
~200 mW139LL · 02085 679153
~550 mW138AG · 020 89974215
~550 mPharmacies
W130SY
~50 mW130SY · 02088 406318
~50 mW139BP · 020 85670958
~50 mDentists
W130SY
~50 mW73PX
~450 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, St John's Primary School, is ~200 m away.
Community school
~200 mOther independent special school
~450 mCommunity school
~550 mCommunity school
~700 mOther independent school
~850 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Eclectic mix of independent retailers, grocers and convenience stores
Range of cafés, takeaways and restaurants serving diverse cuisines
Several car repair and MOT centres along the A4020 corridor
Established builders, plumbers and tradespeople serving W13
Gyms & leisure
Animal enclosures, miniature railway and riverside walks
~0.3 miFootball pitches and open space popular with local clubs
~0.5 miTraditional neighbourhood pubs with community atmosphere
~0.1 miFlat, traffic-free cycling and walking along the canal
~0.8 miAnnual community carnival celebrating local culture and diversity
~0.2 miService providers
FTTC and full-fibre broadband available across W13
Cable broadband and TV services available in parts of Hanwell
All major networks provide 4G and 5G coverage in W13
Water and sewerage services for the Hanwell area
Electricity and gas distribution serving W13
Residential & community
Predominant housing stock; two- and three-bedroom terrace streets
Inter-war semis common on roads away from the Broadway
Blocks of purpose-built flats scattered across the neighbourhood
Some older commercial buildings converted to residential use
Transport
Train & Tube
West Ealing Station
West Ealing
Drayton Green Rail Station
Hanwell
Hanwell Station
Hanwell
Northfields Underground Station
Northfields
Bus stops
Hanwell Broadway
Main bus stops on Uxbridge Road (A4020) near the Broadway
Cherington Road / Broadway junction
Local stops serving routes towards Ealing and Southall
Cycle hire
Grand Union Canal Towpath
Traffic-free flat cycling route linking west London boroughs
Uxbridge Road Cycle Lane
On-road cycle provision along the A4020 towards Ealing Broadway
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Ealing Council EV Charging Points
On-street EV chargers installed by LB Ealing across the borough
Defibrillators
Hanwell Broadway Defibrillator
Publicly accessible AED sited near the local shopping area
Postboxes & Post Office
Hanwell Broadway Post Office
Full counter services on the Broadway
Fuel stations
Uxbridge Road Petrol Stations
Several forecourts along the A4020 near Hanwell and Southall
Places of worship
Historic Church of England parish church in the Brent valley
~0.6 miCatholic parish serving Hanwell and surrounding areas
~0.4 miProminent Sikh place of worship serving the Ealing Southall community
~1.2 miLocal mosque providing Friday prayers and community activities
~0.5 miActive Methodist congregation with community outreach programmes
~0.3 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 459% above the national average (380.5 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
655 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 2,436.
Housing & utilities
Estimated majority of homes are owner-occupied, reflecting family character
Significant private rental market attracting young professionals and families
Some council and housing-association stock within the ward
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Significant green lung immediately south of the Broadway
A4020 generates some localised traffic pollution; generally within London norms
Lowest-lying streets near the Brent have some surface-water flood risk
Areas near the viaduct and A4020 experience moderate traffic and rail noise
FAQs
Where exactly is the W13 0SY postcode?
W13 0SY is located in Hanwell Broadway, in the London Borough of Ealing, west London. It sits close to the Uxbridge Road (A4020) which is the main commercial street of Hanwell, roughly midway between Ealing Broadway to the east and Southall to the west.
What is Hanwell Broadway like to live in?
Hanwell Broadway is a lively, diverse neighbourhood with a strong community feel. It offers a mix of independent shops, cafés and services on the high street, good bus connections, and attractive Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing. Brent Lodge Park (Bunny Park) and the nearby Wharncliffe Viaduct are highlights.
Which council is responsible for W13 0SY?
W13 0SY falls within the London Borough of Ealing. The council provides local services including bin collections, planning, libraries and social care. The ward is Hanwell Broadway.
Which parliamentary constituency does W13 0SY belong to?
W13 0SY is in the Ealing Southall parliamentary constituency, which returns one Member of Parliament to the House of Commons.
What schools are near W13 0SY?
Several schools serve the Hanwell Broadway area at primary and secondary level — see the Schools section on this page for the nearest options, complete with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get to Hanwell Broadway by bus?
Multiple London Bus routes serve the Uxbridge Road through Hanwell Broadway, including routes 207 and 607 which run frequently between Ealing Broadway and Southall, plus local routes E1 and E8. Bus stops are directly on the Broadway, making it easy to travel without a car.
What green spaces are near W13 0SY?
Brent Lodge Park (known locally as Bunny Park) is around 0.3 miles from the Broadway and offers riverside walks, an animal centre and a miniature railway. Elthorne Park, about 0.5 miles away, provides larger open space and sports pitches.
What is the Wharncliffe Viaduct and is it near W13 0SY?
The Wharncliffe (Hanwell) Viaduct is a Grade I listed railway bridge designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, completed in 1838. It spans the River Brent about 0.4 miles from the Broadway and is one of the most significant Victorian engineering landmarks in west London, still carrying mainline trains today.
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