Overview of W11 2BB, Colville Gardens, Notting Hill
W11 2BB is in London, in Kensington and Chelsea borough. From a total of 59 reviews, it is scored 4.10 out of 5, meaning it’s one of the average rated places to live in this area. Of 59 total W11 2BB reviewers, 17 reviewers rated W11 2BB 5 stars, with local remarks including ‘I love the ease of access to transport and how I have delicious restaurants on the foot of my door.’, whereas others were less enthusiastic. For example, one reviewer said ‘It is trendy for the number of hotels and places to eat and shop like the road called All saints rd’.
Most Positive
“I love the ease of access to transport and how I have delicious restaurants on the foot of my door.”
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Most Negative
“It is trendy for the number of hotels and places to eat and shop like the road called All saints rd”
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Lonsdale Rd, W11 2DE
0.2 km from your searchit feels as though residents are overlooked in favour of the tourists because of the amount of money they bring into the area.
I like the local amenities - it is near the market and supermarket, it is easy to travel to work and to the West End for an evening out. The transport links are fairly good, particularly in off-peak times, and I do like the diversity of the area and its history of music and arts. It is quirky and eclectic, and for the 30+ years I have been here, I can't imagine living anywhere else. However, it is marketed by Kensington and Chelsea council as upmarket and the prices of the properties and housing reflect this, but in reality it feels as though residents are overlooked in favour of the tourists because of the amount of money they bring into the area. There is little residents on low to mid-incomes can afford, because once the bills, rent and council tax is paid, there is not much left. The area is reasonably safe for children and pets, but perhaps some times of the week such as evenings during a Saturday and Sunday, things may not be child-appropriate due to antisocial behaviour especially during the summer. There are many smaller parks and areas to walk dogs etc, so I would say it is pet-friendly, but many dog owners are irresponsible with dog mess which is a problem in the area. Crime is fairly low in some of the areas, but quite high around the council estates and some council housing blocks.
Transport
The area is served by three main tube stations - Ladbroke Grove, Westbourne Park and Notting Hill Gate. All within at least a 1 mile radius. The buses are also fairly regular (7, 23, 70), but since the 23 was re-routed from Liverpool Street to Hammersmith, the bus is quite often empty because the Hammersmith and City and Circle lines to Hammersmith is a much quicker journey. The buses and trains are fairly fast during off-peak hours, but can be slow and interrupted during peak times. The night tubes and buses are also fairly fast, regular and smooth because they are during off-peak hours. I cannot comment on the cycle routes, but I have seen many routes which appear to be safe and away from traffic, especially in areas off the beaten track rather than the main roads.
Community
There is a mix of council, housing association and privately owned properties. Although it is an expensive area and is considered "posh" by outsiders due to the number of VIP people who live in W11, there is a significant number of people on low and middle incomes, and needing financial assistance. There is a deep divide between rich and poor. To see this divide, start walking from the end of Lancaster Road known for the multi-coloured Victorian houses, and keep walking in a straight line - you will reach the area where Grenfell Tower burnt down in 2017. You would not believe it is the same road. Same if you walk down one end of Portland Road to the other. There is a mix of families, single people, elderly people, students, new migrants and refugees, and descendants of the original Caribbean immigrants from the 1950s and 1960s. All live reasonably well together, but in some areas there is also a great deal of social problems, crime, drugs, fraud and anti-social behaviour which is not always evident to outsiders.
Amenities
Generally good range of amenities, particularly the pubs and fruit and vegetable stalls in Portobello Road and street food in Acklam Road. I love the bric a brac stalls in Golborne Road too. I feel the amenities missing are a good bicycle shop since the Bicycle Workshop on All Saints Road closed down in 2017, a newsagent on All Saints Road, and more affordable restaurants and pubs for locals and those on a lower budget. For example, the Chipping Forecast on All Saints Road sells fish and chips at approximately £19 per portion, which is well outside of many people's price bracket. The only affordable pub in the area for locals is the Earl of Lonsdale in Portobello Road, which sells a pint of beer on average £3.50-4, or Jay Dee's Caribbean restaurant on All Saints Road, which sells lunch for £5. There are many places for tourists to enjoy, but very little that locals and those on a budget can enjoy in an already expensive area.
Alexander St, W2 5NU0.8 km from your searchI love the ease of access to transport and how I have delicious restaurants on the foot of my door.
I love the ease of access to transport and how I have delicious restaurants on the foot of my door. I dislike the constant beray traffic. the atmosphere is friendly and trendy, I suppose the overarching theme would be upmarket however this isn't overbearing. I believe the area to be very safe, I would feel happy to bring children and pets here, no concerns.
Transport
Transport links are generally quite good, it helps to be so close to Paddington railway station also. There are a good number of cyclists on the road also. Roads are wide and generally feel safe when cycling. Buses are fairly reliable and there are a few local tube stations all within walking distance.
Community
Street parking is available through the local council at a price. this is not ideal but i suppose it is to be suspected. Traffic can get very busy on the main roads. Especially at peak times and the weekend, but alas this is London. Bin collection is fairly consistent however it is often a mess by the time it is collected. There are often groups of young men hanging around streets.
Amenities
Truly a fantastic location to live. Architecture is astounding, houses and buildings are absolutely beautiful. The is the ease of access to local amenities, a wide array of shops, both food, and retail. An absolutely mouth-watering selection of eateries and restaurants.
Westbourne Park Rd, W11 1EP0.2 km from your searchIt is trendy for the number of hotels and places to eat and shop like the road called All saints rd
It is trendy for the number of hotels and places to eat and shop like the road called All saints rd, the area could do with a little bit of regeneration and is 80% safe for childen as the remaininv 20% is the risk of encountering a person whos over drank or cars
Transport
There are plenty of buses going around london which makes travelling around also easier and safer, the road isnt that clean due to outsiders who litter but it gets picked up by the residents who wants to keep clean, there is hardly any traffic in the area at some times but at times like in the evening it gets busy
Community
The good sides of living here is the diversity and cleanliness of the road and door parking for each house, however the area is a little rough where too many pubs can be bad as the people leaving leaves their cans and bottles on the roads and gates
Amenities
There are many hotels and restaurants right down the road from the house, places like The Little Yellow Door are very popular due to its location, there is also a small park called tavistock gardens nearby which is packed full of lively, caring people
Portobello Rd, W11 1LL0.3 km from your searchI love the big shopping market
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Wornington Rd, W10 5QJ0.6 km from your searchAmazing Golborne road
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Notting Hill Gate, W11 3JS0.9 km from your searchBest area to live!lots of different restaurants to go to.
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Notting Hill Gate, W11 3QS0.9 km from your searchNotting Hill Gate
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Talbot Rd, W2 5LF0.3 km from your searchThe atmosphere is very positive and exciting, very trendy, and popular
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Linden Gardens, W2 4ET0.9 km from your searchGood things are living in such a famous London landmark and having Hyde oark on your doorstep.
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Notting Hill, W11 1AU0.4 km from your searchthere are a lot of shops around towards the centre. unfortunately there are a lot of empty shops aswel
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