{"id":12371,"date":"2017-09-13T10:03:45","date_gmt":"2017-09-13T10:03:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/?p=12371"},"modified":"2018-10-05T13:00:31","modified_gmt":"2018-10-05T13:00:31","slug":"the-scoop-on-why-people-keep-moving-to-notting-hill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/the-scoop-on-why-people-keep-moving-to-notting-hill\/","title":{"rendered":"The Scoop on Why People Keep Moving to Notting Hill"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- SEO Ultimate Plus (https:\/\/seoultimateplus.com) - Code Inserter module -->\n<script async>(function(s,u,m,o,j,v){j=u.createElement(m);v=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0];j.async=1;j.src=o;j.dataset.sumoSiteId='b68b392479b5981b8acf46565e9fe32a0734fc21a1f7c1e60121eaa6ca1a1c64';v.parentNode.insertBefore(j,v)})(window,document,'script','\/\/load.sumo.com\/');<\/script>\n<!-- \/SEO Ultimate Plus -->\n\n<p>It\u2019s been almost 20 years since a floppy-haired Hugh Grant and dazzling Julia Roberts put <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/notting-hill\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/notting_hill;http:\/\/yago-knowledge.org\/resource\/Notting_Hill;http:\/\/sws.geonames.org\/2641168\/;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.0nbpd;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Notting_Hill\" >Notting Hill<\/a> on the map, and the area has been going from strength to strength ever since. Nestled alongside Shepherd\u2019s Bush and Kensington, Notting Hill has become one of the most desirable areas in <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/london\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/london;http:\/\/sws.geonames.org\/2643743\/;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.04jpl;http:\/\/yago-knowledge.org\/resource\/London;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/London\" >London<\/a>, known for its perfect blend of chic and bohemian living.<\/p>\n<p>Aside from its leafy gardens and enviable Zone 1 location, we spoke with a local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mountgrangeheritage.co.uk\/contact\/notting-hill\/\">Notting Hill based estate agent<\/a> to find out what it is that keeps drawing people to Notting Hill.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Food<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Foodies living near Notting Hill will find themselves spoilt for choice at every turn, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.timeout.com\/london\/restaurants\/notting-hill-restaurants\">exquisite dining options<\/a> serving all kinds of cuisine. From boutique caf\u00e9s and coffee shops to Michelin-starred restaurants, there is truly something for every palette. For example, the traditional fish and chip shop Geales offers unequalled quality and has been serving chip-shop classics to locals for over 70 years. Dedicated gastronauts might prefer The Ledbury, which is considered to be one of the top 15 restaurants in the world, and holds 2 Michelin stars &#8211; although you will need to join their reservation waiting list before sampling one of their dishes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Notting Hill Carnival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Over the August Bank Holiday, Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove are flooded with around two million revellers enjoying the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.visitlondon.com\/things-to-do\/event\/9023471-notting-hill-carnival#yU2XVPDZRiWkdPyA.97\">Notting Hill Carnival<\/a>, which celebrates West Indian culture and the diversity of the local London area. It\u2019s impossible to ignore, and the relaxed streets are suddenly transformed into an overflowing fiesta of steel drum bands and frenetic dancers in a 2-mile long parade.<\/p>\n<p>While it may be overwhelming for some, many residents agree that is something magical about their neighbourhood becoming the racing heart of London for three solid days.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Scene<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Do you love live music, or is rummaging through records more your bag? Is your passion for vintage threads, or do you crave the cutting-edge of style? Whatever your personal vibe, you won\u2019t need to look far to find your groove in Notting Hill.<\/p>\n<p>The historic Tabernacle is the go-to venue for music, art and dance events, while the collective of shops that make up the Music and Goods Exchange is the place to go for vintage clothing, jewellery, records, comics and more. Notting Hill residents are also treated to two independent film houses, plus the inimitable atmosphere of the Electric Cinema.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-12373\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-600x448.jpg\" alt=\"why-people-move-to-notting-hill (2)\" width=\"600\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-600x448.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-260x194.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-200x149.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-450x336.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2-900x672.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/why-people-move-to-notting-hill-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Markets<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The buzzing local <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\" title=\"market\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/market-economics\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/market_economics;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Market_(economics)\" >markets<\/a> attract shoppers from all over London, the UK and the world \u2013 why not enjoy having it on your doorstep? On weekdays, you should make a trip to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.portobelloroad.co.uk\/\">Portobello Road<\/a> for the vibrant fruit and veg market, while on a Saturday you will find over 1000 vendors selling all kinds of antiques and vintage artefacts. Don\u2019t miss the Hill Gate Village farmers\u2019 market, also held on Saturdays.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Famous Faces and Famous Places<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In case you needed any further proof of Notting Hill\u2019s cool credentials, don\u2019t forget that it\u2019s one of London\u2019s celebrity hubs. Notable residents include fashion designer Stella McCartney, supermodel Claudia Schiffer and Brit-Pop legend Damon Albarn, so you\u2019ll be in excellent company as you peruse the record shops and caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n<p>As you walk along Notting Hill\u2019s picturesque lanes, absorb the quintessentially British architecture and look out for memorable locations from films such as <em>Quadrophenia<\/em> and <em>The Italian Job<\/em>. Oh, and of course, the iconic blue door on Westbourne Park Road, from the 1999 film, <em>Notting Hill<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Transport Links<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Your closest tube station is <a href=\"https:\/\/tfl.gov.uk\/maps\/track?Input=Notting%20Hill%20Gate%20Underground%20Station&amp;InputGeolocation=51.509128,-0.196104\">Notting Hill Gate<\/a>, which is actually positioned on the border of Zone 1 and Zone 2. It provides access to the Central, Circle and District lines, and it\u2019s also only two stops south to Earl\u2019s Court, where you can switch to the Piccadilly line, or two stops north to reach Paddington Station for the Bakerloo line and National Rail.<\/p>\n<p>If you need to travel beyond the city limits then both the M40 and M4 are conveniently close, and Heathrow is accessible via the express train, which runs from Paddington.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Between the understated glamour and the exceptional amenities, it seems that the popularity of Notting Hill won\u2019t be diminishing any time soon.[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Find Properties for Sale in London and the Surrounding Area:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-for-sale\/greater-london\/barnet\"><span style=\"color: #1e3b5d;\">Property for Sale<\/span> <span style=\"color: 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