Map & location
Overview
W14 9NX is located in West Kensington, a well-established inner London neighbourhood within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. The area is characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, mansion blocks and garden squares typical of this part of west London, sitting roughly between Kensington Olympia to the north and Fulham to the south. North End Road, with its popular street market and mix of independent and chain retailers, is among the area's defining local features.
Residents benefit from excellent connectivity into central London and the wider city, a range of green spaces including nearby Margravine Cemetery Gardens and the open land around Normand Park, and a thriving local high street culture. The postcode falls within the Chelsea and Fulham parliamentary constituency and is served by Hammersmith and Fulham Council.
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 9NX is well served by London Underground services at nearby stations on the District and Piccadilly lines, providing quick access to central London and Heathrow Airport. Several bus routes run along North End Road and Lillie Road, connecting residents to Hammersmith, Fulham Broadway, Earl's Court and beyond. Cycling infrastructure links to the wider London cycle network, with quieter residential streets making cycling a practical option. The area is also within reasonable walking distance of Hammersmith, one of west London's key transport hubs.
What it's famous for
West Kensington is perhaps best known for its proximity to Olympia London, the grand Victorian exhibition centre on Hammersmith Road that has hosted major trade shows, exhibitions and events since 1886. The area is also noted for its handsome stock-brick terraces, the busy North End Road Market — one of London's longest-running street markets — and its position within the leafy, desirable corridor of west London that stretches from Kensington down to Fulham. The nearby West Kensington estate is one of the larger social housing developments in the borough.
Services & facilities
Provides housing, planning, waste and local services for residents
Main borough library with reference and digital services nearby
Local council contact point for ward-level issues and enquiries
Tourist attractions
Historic Victorian exhibition and events venue on Hammersmith Road
~0.5 kmLongstanding street market with fresh produce and household goods
~0.3 kmLocal green space with playground, tennis courts and open lawns
~0.4 kmVictorian cemetery converted to a tranquil public garden
~0.6 kmBorough leisure centre with swimming and fitness facilities
~1.0 kmGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
W149PR · 020 73857777
~100 mSW67SX · 0330 8082217
~250 mSW61TN · 020 74712650
~300 mPharmacies
W149PR · 02073 814376
~100 mW149PR · 02073 814376
~100 mSW61NN
~250 mDentists
SW67SR
~200 mSW67SX
~250 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, Normand Croft Community School for Early Years and Primary Education, is ~150 m away.
Community school
~150 mCommunity school
~300 mOther independent school
~450 mAcademy converter
~500 mAcademy converter
~550 mSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Mix of independent traders, grocers and national chains
Varied dining options along North End Road and Lillie Road
Major venue hosting trade shows, concerts and consumer events
Small creative and media businesses in converted premises
Gyms & leisure
Multi-use green space with sports facilities and children's play area
~0.4 kmPeaceful Victorian garden open to the public
~0.6 kmPublic swimming pool and fitness gym
~1.0 kmSeveral traditional and contemporary pubs within easy walking distance
~0.3 kmOutdoor street market open most weekdays and Saturdays
~0.3 kmService providers
Full-fibre and FTTC broadband infrastructure serving the area
Cable broadband available across much of west London
Gas and electricity distribution for the Greater London area
Water and sewerage services for this part of west London
Residential & community
Substantial stock-brick terraced houses typical of inner west London
Purpose-built late Victorian mansion blocks offering period flats
Large council and social housing estate within the ward
Combination of owner-occupied, private rented and social rented homes
Transport
Train & Tube
West Kensington
West Kensington
Earl's Court Station
Earls Court
Barons Court Underground Station
Barons Court
Fulham Broadway Station
Fulham Broadway
Bus stops
North End Road / Lillie Road stops
Frequent buses towards Hammersmith, Fulham Broadway and Earl's Court
Hammersmith Road stops
Services towards central London and Kensington
Cycle hire
Santander Cycles docking station
Hire bikes available near North End Road and Lillie Road
Quiet residential cycle routes
Local streets provide low-traffic cycling towards Hammersmith and Fulham
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
EV charging — North End Road area
On-street electric vehicle charging points installed by the council
Defibrillators
Defibrillator — North End Road
Publicly accessible AED unit on North End Road
Postboxes & Post Office
Post Office — North End Road
Full post office services including parcels and banking
Fuel stations
Petrol station — Lillie Road
Local fuel station serving the West Kensington area
Places of worship
Victorian parish church serving the local West Kensington community
~0.4 kmCatholic church offering regular Mass and community events
~0.7 kmLocal mosque serving the Muslim community in west London
~1.0 kmCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 243% above the national average (233.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
1202 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 1,454.
Housing & utilities
Period properties dominate the streetscape around W14 9NX
Significant proportion of social rented homes in the ward
Area includes owner-occupiers, private renters and council tenants
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Inner London levels; North End Road and Lillie Road see notable traffic
Accessible local green spaces within walking distance
Typical inner-London ambient noise from traffic and nearby market
FAQs
Where is W14 9NX located?
W14 9NX is in West Kensington, within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham in inner west London, close to the Kensington and Fulham borders.
Which council covers W14 9NX?
The postcode falls within the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, which provides local government services including housing, planning and waste collection.
Which parliamentary constituency is W14 9NX in?
W14 9NX is part of the Chelsea and Fulham parliamentary constituency.
What is the ward for W14 9NX?
The postcode sits within the West Kensington ward of Hammersmith and Fulham.
What are the nearest tube and train stations to W14 9NX?
The area is served by several Underground stations on the District and Piccadilly lines — see the Transport section above for the nearest options with distances.
What schools are near W14 9NX?
Several primary and secondary schools serve the West Kensington area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What is the West Kensington area like?
West Kensington is a well-connected, mixed inner London neighbourhood with Victorian terraces, a lively street market on North End Road, good transport links and a blend of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing.
What amenities are near W14 9NX?
Residents have easy access to North End Road Market, Olympia London, Normand Park, local cafés and restaurants, and bus connections to Hammersmith, Fulham Broadway and Earl's Court.
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Useful links
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