Map & location
Overview
W14 8XP falls within the Avonmore ward of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, nestled between the busy thoroughfares of North End Road and Talgarth Road. The immediate streets are characterised by late-Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, mansion-flat conversions and purpose-built blocks, attracting a mix of long-term residents, young professionals and families. Nearby Avonmore Road and Beaumont Crescent are typical of the calm, tree-lined streets that define this corner of West Kensington.
The area enjoys excellent connectivity into central London while retaining a neighbourhood feel, with North End Road market providing daily fresh produce and independent traders just a short walk away. The district boundaries with Barons Court and Fulham to the south give residents easy access to the green spaces of Margravine Cemetery and the larger open grounds of Barons Court sports fields. Hammersmith town centre, with its major retail, leisure and transport interchange, is within easy reach to the north-west.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £915,000, around 31% above the wider W14 district average of £699,167 (HM Land Registry, 438 recent sales).
Getting here
W14 8XP is well served by London Underground stations on the District and Piccadilly lines, both within comfortable walking distance, providing fast links to central London, Heathrow Airport and the West End. Several London bus routes pass along North End Road and Talgarth Road, connecting the area to Hammersmith, Kensington, Fulham Broadway and beyond. The A4 Talgarth Road provides a key road artery for drivers heading east into central London or west towards the M4 motorway. Cycling infrastructure along nearby roads connects to the wider Cycleway network, and the area is flat and cycle-friendly throughout.
What it's famous for
The Avonmore area of West Kensington is known for its North End Road street market, one of London's oldest and liveliest open-air markets, trading six days a week with fruit, vegetables, clothing and household goods. The neighbourhood lies close to the Olympia exhibition centre on Hammersmith Road, a venue that has hosted major trade shows, concerts and cultural events for well over a century. The area also borders the Barons Court Theatre and the leafy grounds associated with Queen's Club, the world-renowned private members' tennis and racket sports club that hosts the prestigious Cinch Championships grass-court tournament each June.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and social services
Branch library on North End Road offering books and community services
Long-running daily open-air market with fresh food and general goods
Postal and banking services on North End Road
Kerbside collection and recycling managed by the borough council
Tourist attractions
Prestigious private rackets club hosting annual grass-court tennis championships
~500 mHistoric exhibition and events venue on Hammersmith Road
~700 mBusy six-days-a-week street market with produce and clothing
~300 mPeaceful Victorian cemetery and local nature refuge
~600 mIntimate fringe theatre presenting new and classic works
~400 mOpen recreation ground with sports pitches and children's play area
~650 mGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W148HW · 020 73716060
~300 mW86EG · 020 77958470
~650 mW149PR · 020 73857777
~800 mPharmacies
W148XJ · 020 76034761
~150 mW148PB · 020 32806947
~450 mW149EX · 020 73815635
~600 mDentists
W140SH
~350 mW140SP
~500 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Kensington Primary Academy, is ~150 m away.
Academy sponsor led
~150 mOther independent school
~200 mOther independent school
~200 mOther independent school
~350 mLocal authority nursery school
~600 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Independent shops and market stalls along North End Road
Range of independent eateries serving the residential community
Small offices and professional firms near Talgarth Road
Large commercial events and exhibitions business anchor
Events, hospitality and club membership revenue in the area
Gyms & leisure
World-class tennis and racket sports facilities
~500 mOutdoor sports pitches and green space for local families
~650 mQuiet Victorian cemetery popular for walking and wildlife
~600 mFringe theatre with varied programme of live performances
~400 mBorough-run fitness and swimming facilities nearby
Regular concerts, exhibitions and consumer shows throughout the year
~700 mService providers
FTTC and FTTP fibre broadband available in this area
Cable broadband and TV packages available on local streets
Good 4G and 5G coverage from all major mobile networks
Gas and electricity supplied via national grid; multiple retailers
Water and wastewater services for this postcode
Residential & community
Period terraced houses, many converted to flats, on Avonmore Road and nearby streets
Large converted mansion blocks common throughout West Kensington
Mid-20th-century purpose-built apartment blocks across the ward
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and some social housing stock
Tree-lined streets off North End Road with a settled neighbourhood feel
Transport
Train & Tube
West Kensington
West Kensington
Barons Court Underground Station
Barons Court
Earl's Court Station
Earls Court
High Street Kensington Station
High Street Kensington
Bus stops
North End Road / Talgarth Road stops
Frequent bus services heading to Hammersmith, Kensington and Fulham
Hammersmith Road stops
Additional routes connecting to central London and Shepherd's Bush
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles Docking Station
Hire-bike docking points available near North End Road and Hammersmith Road
Cycleway 9 (CS9)
Signed cycle route along Hammersmith Road linking to central London
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
LBHF On-Street EV Chargers
Ubitricity lamp-post chargers installed across Hammersmith & Fulham streets
Defibrillators
North End Road Defibrillator
Public-access AED registered with the community first-responder network
Postboxes & Post Office
North End Road Post Office
Full post office services including parcels, banking and bureau de change
Fuel stations
Talgarth Road Fuel Station
Petrol and diesel available on the A4 Talgarth Road
Places of worship
Parish church serving the West Kensington and Avonmore area
~400 mRoman Catholic parish church with regular Mass times
~900 mBaptist congregation with community outreach in Hammersmith
~900 mLocal mosque serving the Muslim community in the borough
~1.0 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 149% above the national average (169.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1368 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 7 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the less deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,505.
Housing & utilities
West Kensington commands a premium reflecting its Zone 2 location and period housing stock
Majority of homes in the ward are flats, both converted and purpose-built
High proportion of private renters driven by proximity to central London and transport links
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Moderate NO₂ levels near Talgarth Road and North End Road; improving borough-wide
Margravine Cemetery and Normand Park provide the main green lungs nearby
Some aircraft and traffic noise from A4 and Heathrow approach corridor
Area is at low risk of river or surface-water flooding according to the Environment Agency
FAQs
Where exactly is the W14 8XP postcode?
W14 8XP is in the Avonmore ward of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, in the West Kensington area of West London, between North End Road and Talgarth Road.
Which council is responsible for W14 8XP?
The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham is the local authority. It provides council tax collection, planning, waste collection and local services for this postcode.
Which parliamentary constituency does W14 8XP fall in?
W14 8XP is in the Hammersmith and Chiswick parliamentary constituency.
What is the Avonmore ward like to live in?
Avonmore is a quiet, predominantly residential area with tree-lined streets of Victorian and Edwardian housing. It has good local amenities, North End Road market, and easy access to Hammersmith's transport and shopping.
What schools serve the W14 8XP area?
Several primary and secondary schools serve this postcode within Hammersmith and Fulham. See the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
How do I get around from W14 8XP without a car?
The postcode is well served by London Underground stations on the District and Piccadilly lines within walking distance, plus multiple bus routes along North End Road and Talgarth Road. Santander Cycles docking stations are also nearby.
What are property types like in W14 8XP?
The area is predominantly made up of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses converted to flats, purpose-built mansion blocks and some modern apartment buildings, with a strong private rental market.
What is W14 8XP close to in terms of well-known landmarks?
The postcode is close to Queen's Club (the famous tennis venue), Olympia exhibition centre, North End Road Market, Normand Park and the green spaces of Margravine Cemetery.
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