Map & location
Overview
W14 9EX falls within the West Kensington ward of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, sitting between the bustle of Kensington High Street to the north and the residential streets of Fulham to the south. The area is characterised by handsome Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, red-brick mansion blocks and tree-lined streets typical of inner west London.
The locality benefits from proximity to West Kensington and Barons Court Underground stations, a range of independent shops and cafés along North End Road, and easy access to Holland Park and Margravine Cemetery. The area has a strong community feel despite its central London location, attracting young professionals, families and long-term residents alike.
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 9EX is well served by London Underground services on the District and Piccadilly lines, with stations within comfortable walking distance. Several TfL bus routes pass through or near the postcode along North End Road and Talgarth Road, providing connections to Hammersmith, Kensington, Chelsea and central London. Cyclists are well catered for with Santander Cycles docking stations nearby and relatively flat terrain. The A4 and A316 arterial roads give good access by car, and the Hammersmith gyratory provides onward connections across west London.
What it's famous for
West Kensington and the W14 area are known for the Olympia London exhibition and events centre, a grand Victorian venue on Hammersmith Road that has hosted major trade shows, concerts and exhibitions since 1886. The neighbourhood's Victorian streetscape — particularly along Matheson Road, Edith Road and Blythe Road — has made it a popular location for film and television productions. The area is also close to the Lyric Hammersmith theatre and the independent boutiques and street market of North End Road, one of west London's longest-running outdoor markets.
Services & facilities
Local authority providing housing, planning and community services
Kerbside collection run by LB Hammersmith and Fulham
Main borough lending library on Shepherds Bush Road
Council-run gyms and pools across the borough
Tourist attractions
Major Victorian exhibition and entertainment venue on Hammersmith Road
~0.4 kmTranquil royal park with Japanese Kyoto Garden and woodland walks
~1.2 kmPeaceful Victorian cemetery and nature reserve off Fulham Palace Road
~0.5 kmLong-running open-air street market selling fresh produce and goods
~0.3 kmAcclaimed producing theatre with main house and studio space
~1.0 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W149PR · 020 73857777
~250 mSW67SX · 0330 8082217
~600 mSW61TN · 020 74712650
~600 mPharmacies
W149EX · 020 73815635
~50 mW149PR · 02073 814376
~250 mW149PR · 02073 814376
~250 mDentists
W149NL
~50 mSW67SR
~550 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Avonmore Primary School, is ~250 m away.
Community school
~250 mOther independent school
~450 mCommunity school
~500 mLocal authority nursery school
~550 mFurther education
~550 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Major exhibitions, trade shows and live entertainment venue
Mix of independent food, fashion and household goods retailers
Independent eateries along North End Road and Blythe Road
Professional services and small business offices near Olympia
Gyms & leisure
Royal park with formal gardens, café and open-air opera in summer
~1.2 km24-hour gym close to Hammersmith town centre
~1.1 kmLeading fringe and main-stage theatre productions year-round
~1.0 kmWeekly street market with fresh produce, flowers and street food
~0.3 kmVictorian cemetery popular for quiet walks and local wildlife
~0.5 kmService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband available in W14
Cable broadband coverage across much of W14
Water and sewerage provider for this postcode
Gas and electricity distribution network operator
Residential & community
Two- and three-storey brick terraces typical of streets like Edith Road
Purpose-built flats in red-brick blocks, common across W14
Former council estates managed privately or through housing associations
Blend of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing
Transport
Train & Tube
West Kensington
West Kensington
Barons Court Underground Station
Barons Court
Earl's Court Station
Earls Court
Hammersmith (District and Piccadilly) Station
Hammersmith
Bus stops
North End Road / Talgarth Road stops
Frequent TfL buses towards Hammersmith, Kensington and Fulham Broadway
Hammersmith Road stops
Routes linking to central London, Heathrow and Shepherd's Bush
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles — Olympia
TfL docking station near Olympia on Hammersmith Road
Santander Cycles — North End Road
Docking station serving the market and residential streets nearby
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Bpchargemaster / Osprey points
On-street EV charging bays installed by LB Hammersmith and Fulham
Defibrillators
Olympia London
Public-access defibrillator located at the main Olympia entrance
Postboxes & Post Office
North End Road Post Office
Full-service post office branch on North End Road
Fuel stations
Esso / BP stations
Nearest petrol stations on Talgarth Road and Hammersmith Road
Places of worship
Church of England parish church serving the West Kensington area
~0.5 kmRoman Catholic church on Fulham Palace Road
~0.7 kmLocal mosque serving the Muslim community in Hammersmith and Fulham
~1.0 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 61% above the national average (109.7 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1295 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 5 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 1,504.
Housing & utilities
Predominantly late-19th and early-20th century terraced and flat conversions
Popular with young professionals given proximity to central London
Balance of owner-occupiers, private tenants and housing association residents
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Major green space within 1.2 km offering woodland and formal gardens
Moderate pollution levels near Talgarth Road and the A4 corridor
Background traffic noise from North End Road and Talgarth Road
Land in this part of W14 is generally at low risk of surface flooding
FAQs
Where exactly is W14 9EX?
W14 9EX is located in the West Kensington ward of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, in west London. It lies close to North End Road, Edith Road and the Olympia exhibition centre.
Which council covers W14 9EX?
The postcode falls within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, which provides local government services including planning, housing and waste collection.
Which parliamentary constituency is W14 9EX in?
W14 9EX is in the Chelsea and Fulham parliamentary constituency.
What are schools like near W14 9EX?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the W14 area like to live in?
West Kensington is a well-established inner-London neighbourhood with a mix of Victorian terraces and mansion blocks, a lively street market on North End Road, good transport links and a broad community of residents ranging from young professionals to long-term families.
What transport links are available from W14 9EX?
The area is well connected by London Underground (District and Piccadilly lines) and numerous TfL bus routes along North End Road and Talgarth Road, giving access to Hammersmith, Kensington, Fulham Broadway and central London.
What is W14 9EX close to?
The postcode is close to Olympia London, North End Road Market, Holland Park, Margravine Cemetery and the amenities of Hammersmith town centre, all within walking or a short bus ride.
What type of housing is found at W14 9EX?
The area predominantly features Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses and red-brick mansion blocks, with a mix of owner-occupied homes, private rentals and housing association properties.
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