Why is Hanwell up and coming?
Up-and-coming Hanwell is situated on the border of West Ealing and Northfields Estates is seeing increasing numbers of buyers and tenants looking in this area. Hanwell offers house hunters several distinctive neighbourhood with many distinctive types of property available. For small or medium sized Victorian properties in Hanwell, focus your search on the Old Hanwell area. On the borders of West Ealing you will find several purpose built blocks. You'll find smaller slightly newer homes on the grid bordering Half Acre Road. Leafy Golden Manor to the north offers both the largest properties in Hanwell and some more modestly priced homes.
One of the reasons that property values in Hanwell are expected to rise is that Hanwell will be one of the stations on the new Crossrail system. The construction of Crossrail is planned to be complete in 2017 with train services introduced over the 12 months following. This exciting new link to central London will make Hanwell an increasingly desirable area.
Community Feel
Walkers and cyclists enjoy the pathways of the Grand Union Canal, which extend through English Heritage's six locks area and past Hanwell Viaduct, a Brunel designed bridge. Owning a property in Hanwell gives you easy access to several large green areas including the Bunny Park which is so popular with families as well as a local golf course. Hanwell's lively shopping area is dominated by a stunning Art Deco clock tower. Schools recommended by local families include Oaklands Primary school and Drayton Manor High School.
Transport
Hanwell sits to the north and south of the Uxbridge Road between Ealing and Southall giving quick access to London. The area is convenient for the M4 and M40. Heathrow is a convenient 15 miles away. Hanwell railway station (Zone 4) is two stops from Ealing Broadway (National Rail, and District and Central Lines, Zone 3) providing links to central London. Once the Crossrail link from Ealing Broadway to central and east London is completed, it will become an increasingly popular area for commuters
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