Located in the heart of West London, just North of Kensington and West of the iconic Hyde Park, Holland Park has long been one of the most coveted areas to live in London.
Not only does it boast some of the city’s most enviable postcodes, beautiful townhouses, and manicured green spaces, but it has excellent transport links within and outside of London. This makes it a popular spot with commuters as well as families, granting quick and easy access to the city centre and the rural and residential districts beyond.
A neighbourhood which exudes elegance and is surrounded by exquisite architecture and local amenities, there is plenty to love about Holland Park.
So, is it a place you could – or plan to – call home at some point in the future?
Where is Holland Park?
Holland Park is a part of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, and as such shares a postcode with the likes of Kensington Palace, the regal townhouses surrounding Hyde Park, and more.
A Quick History of Holland Park
The district of Holland Park was primarily rural land until around the 19th century, when it became a part of Cope Castle – a Jacobean country house built by Sir Walter Cope.
Over time, more and more parcels of the surrounding grounds were sold off for development, transforming Holland Park into the residential area that it is now. However, much of the district has retained its tree lined streets and prominence as a cultural corner of London – home to the Design Museum, designer stores, luxury spas, and more.
Large parts of Holland Park were built by master builders William and Francis Radford in the late 19th century – including the Royal Crescent and Aubrey House developments. Other areas of Holland Park followed, with the gradual expansion of Holland Park as a residential hub in West London drawing cultural professionals, art collectors and dealers, artists, and other celebrities.
Today, Holland Park is known informally as ‘millionaires row’, which we think tells you all you really need to know about its popularity – and the house prices!
Key Features and Attractions in Holland Park
Now that you know a little more about Holland Park as a location and the history that made it the residential district it is today, what are the key features that make Holland Park somewhere great for modern families?
Some of them have already been mentioned, but in order to really unlock the magic of Holland Park, you need to know which other districts border this residential haven.
Holland Park shares a border with Notting Hill, South Kensington, Kensington Park, and Hyde Park. Earl’s Court and Shepherd’s Bush are all a stone’s throw from the district as well, meaning that Holland Park bridges its proximity to modern attractions with a direct link to West London’s history.
Some notable attractions and features in and around Holland Park that are worth visiting include:
· The open air Holland Park theatre
· The Kyoto Garden in Holland Park
· Holland Park itself, which is a 54 acre expanse of green space
· The formal gardens in the grounds of Holland House
· High end and more accessible restaurants, including some notable Michelin Star options for experimental diners
· Daunt Books, a famous bookshop
· Visit Kensington Park with the Princess Diana Memorial Park and playground
· The Design Museum
What’s more, Holland Park is close enough to London that you can enjoy any of the city’s major attractions – spanning history, culture, and entertainment – with relative ease.
Holland Park is one of those areas which offers something for everyone – from smart London townhouses and traditional tree-lined streets to self-contained cul-de-sacs and mews, grand mansions, and a collection of luxury apartments overlooking the green spaces.
Why Buy / Live in Holland Park?
Depending on your budget and ideal home set-up, Holland Park is one of those rare parts of London where green spaces and private gardens lie in abundance, meaning that homeowners have access to their own outside areas as well as the vast city parks.
What’s more, Holland Park is extremely well connected. Jumping on the tube at Holland Park station or Notting Hill Gate will take you directly into central London for work or leisure – or you can hop on a bus or access the nearby A4 road if you want to drive to the coast or countryside.
With regards to the need-to-knows and the details, Holland Park’s schools and hospitals are well regarded. Healthcare in particular is high as Holland Park is so well connected to some of London’s top hospitals – including Cromwell Hospital and the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. Harley Street is only a short tube ride away. Meanwhile the nearby schools are all ranked with at least a ‘Good’ rating, with many achieving an ‘Outstanding’ from Ofsted.
From a homeownership perspective, Holland Park is one of those coveted and in-demand districts which not only delivers everything you need as a modern family or buyer, but also retains its value as an investment. You can rest assured that a property in Holland Park, whether it be a traditional townhouse or a modern apartment, will provide a safe place to live where you are both well connected but far enough away from the city to enjoy downtime at the weekends and evenings.
How to Ensure a Seamless Move to Holland Park
If you’re ready to take the next step and move towards Holland Park, you will need the support of a moving company with knowledge of central London roads, and an ability to navigate the busy parts of the surrounding districts before the roads open up from Westminster to the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea beyond.
Here at A Swift Move, we work with families and movers to ensure the smoothest experience – with door-to-door support as help to pack, load, and unpack again at the other end.
Moving is often considered one of the most stressful things you can do. But with our help, we make it that little bit easier to find the excitement underneath the stress.
