Map & location
Overview
W14 9BL falls within the Avonmore ward of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, in the West Kensington area. The neighbourhood is characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced streets, with a mix of purpose-built mansion blocks and converted flats that typify mid-to-outer West London. Edith Road and Margravine Road are among the nearby residential streets, while North End Road — with its traditional street market — provides day-to-day shopping close at hand.
The area benefits from excellent connectivity into central London and is within easy reach of Barons Court, West Kensington and Kensington Olympia stations. The leafy streets of Holland Park and the open spaces of Margravine Cemetery provide green breathing space, while the wider borough offers strong leisure and cultural facilities. Hammersmith town centre, with its theatres, riverside pubs and major bus interchange, lies roughly a mile to the west.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £542,500, around 22% below the wider W14 district average of £699,167 (HM Land Registry, 569 recent sales).
Getting here
W14 9BL is well served by London Underground stations on the District and Piccadilly lines within comfortable walking distance. Several frequent bus routes run along North End Road and Talgarth Road, linking the area to Hammersmith, Fulham Broadway, Earl's Court and central London. The A4 (Talgarth Road) provides direct road access towards the M4 corridor westward and the West End eastward. Cycling is popular, with quiet residential streets and Santander Cycles docking stations in the vicinity; the signed Cycleway 9 route connects Hammersmith to central London nearby.
What it's famous for
The Avonmore and West Kensington area is best known for Kensington Olympia — the vast exhibition and events venue just to the north — which has hosted everything from trade shows to music concerts for over a century. The neighbourhood sits on the edge of the affluent Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, giving it a distinct West London character. Nearby Hammersmith Apollo (Eventim Apollo) is one of London's most celebrated live music venues. The area's Victorian streetscape and mansion-block architecture have made it a popular location for film and television productions over the years.
Services & facilities
London Borough covering planning, housing, waste and social care
Public libraries accessible within the borough
Counter services and parcel collection nearby on North End Road
Kerbside recycling and bulky waste collection for the borough
Tourist attractions
Major events and exhibition centre hosting shows year-round
~0.5 miVictorian garden cemetery offering a quiet green retreat
~0.3 miElegant Royal Borough park with peacocks and woodland walks
~0.8 miIconic Art Deco concert venue seating up to 5,000
~0.9 miTraditional daily street market with fresh produce and stalls
~0.2 miThames towpath pubs, cafés and riverside walks
~1.2 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W67EG · 020 74713333
~600 mW68RF
~650 mW68RF · 020 88930384
~650 mPharmacies
W68RL · 02087 486330
~200 mW68RL · 02087 486330
~200 mDentists
W140SP
~200 mW67JP
~350 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College, is ~50 m away.
Further education
~50 mNon-maintained special school
~50 mLocal authority nursery school
~50 mCommunity school
~350 mOther independent school
~450 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Independent shops, supermarkets and takeaways along the high street
Varied dining including Italian, Middle Eastern and café culture
Major employers and professional firms in nearby Hammersmith
Large-scale exhibition and conferencing business hub
Gyms & leisure
Public swimming pool and fitness facilities in Fulham
~1.0 miPeaceful Victorian cemetery popular for walking
~0.3 miFormal and woodland park with sports courts and café
~0.8 miAward-winning theatre staging productions for all ages
~1.0 miRange of traditional and gastropubs within walking distance
~0.2 miService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available across W14
Cable broadband with high speeds available in the area
EE, O2, Vodafone and Three all provide good 4G/5G coverage
Electricity distribution for Greater London
Residential & community
Period two- and three-storey terraces on streets such as Edith Road and Lisgar Terrace
Purpose-built Edwardian and inter-war mansion flats common throughout W14
Victorian houses converted into self-contained flats, popular with renters
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and some social housing stock
Large local-authority housing estate in the wider area undergoing regeneration
Transport
Train & Tube
Barons Court Underground Station
Barons Court
West Kensington
West Kensington
Hammersmith (District and Piccadilly) Station
Hammersmith
Hammersmith (H&C and Circle Lines)
Hammersmith
Bus stops
North End Road stops
Frequent buses towards Hammersmith, Earls Court and Fulham Broadway
Talgarth Road (A4) stops
Express services towards central London and Heathrow corridor
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Blythe Road
Hire docking station near Olympia on Blythe Road
Cycleway 9
Signed segregated cycle route linking Hammersmith to central London via Kensington
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
LBHF On-Street EV Chargers
Electric vehicle charge points on residential streets across the borough
Defibrillators
Defibrillator — Kensington Olympia
Public-access AED available at the exhibition centre entrance
Postboxes & Post Office
North End Road Post Office
Full-service post office on North End Road for parcels and counter services
Fuel stations
Tesco Petrol Station — Cromwell Road
Supermarket petrol station accessible via Earls Court area
Places of worship
Victorian parish church serving the West Kensington area
~0.4 miRoman Catholic church close to the Fulham–Kensington border
~0.8 miMosque serving the Muslim community in Hammersmith and Fulham
~1.0 miAnglican church with broad community programme near the town centre
~1.1 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 36% above the national average (92.4 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1271 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 1,515.
Housing & utilities
W14 commands above-average London prices reflecting strong demand and location
High proportion of flats and conversions; freehold terraces less common but sought-after
Popular with young professionals due to proximity to central London and transport links
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Near the A4 Talgarth Road; LBHF monitors NO2 levels across the borough
Some traffic noise from Talgarth Road; generally quieter on residential streets
Accessible green space within half a mile for recreation and wildlife
Area sits inland of the Thames flood plain; generally low surface-water flood risk
FAQs
Where exactly is the W14 9BL postcode?
W14 9BL is located in the Avonmore ward of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, in the West Kensington district of West London, close to North End Road and the boundary with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Which council area does W14 9BL fall under?
W14 9BL is administered by the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham (LBHF), whose offices are based in King Street, Hammersmith.
Which parliamentary constituency covers W14 9BL?
W14 9BL falls within the Hammersmith and Chiswick parliamentary constituency.
What is the W14 9BL area like to live in?
The area is a well-established, mixed residential neighbourhood with Victorian terraces and mansion blocks, a busy local high street on North End Road, and good access to green space. It suits young professionals, families and long-term residents alike.
Which schools serve the W14 9BL area?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the area — please see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings added automatically.
What transport links are available near W14 9BL?
The postcode is within walking distance of London Underground stations on the District and Piccadilly lines. Multiple bus routes serve North End Road and the A4 Talgarth Road, and the area is well connected for cyclists via Cycleway 9.
What amenities are close to W14 9BL?
North End Road's traditional market and high street shops are very close by, along with cafés, restaurants and a post office. Kensington Olympia and Holland Park are within a short walk or cycle ride.
What is the electoral ward for W14 9BL?
W14 9BL falls within the Avonmore ward of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
Nearby postcodes
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