Continuing our tour of West London, please see our Ealing Area Guide below. We look into the transport links, places to go, property prices and crime.
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Table of Contents
- Ealing Transport Links
- Things To Do In Ealing
- Ealing Demographics
- Ealing Area Guide – Crime
- Ealing Are Guide – Property Prices
- Summary – Ealing Area Guide
Ealing Transport Links
Starting with one of the strongest categories, Ealing has some of the best transport links of outer London.
Ealing is well-connected to central London and other parts of the city by public transport.
Firstly you have the central line connecting at Ealing Broadway but also hitting North and West Ealing.
There are also several National Rail stations, including Ealing Broadway, Hanwell, and Southall.
But without doubt in our view the most impressive transport link is the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail).
This can get you from Ealing Broadway to London Liverpool Street in an astonishing 20 minutes.
If anyone had previously tried this route via the central line you will appreciate how impressive this is.
The Elizabeth Line doesn’t just service Liverpool Street, it can also get commuters to Canary Wharf in similarly speedy times.
In addition to trains, Ealing is also home to a number of bus routes that connect the borough to other parts of London and the surrounding area.
Things To Do In Ealing
Ealing is a busy and hustling area with the main High Street/Broadway a hub of activity.
Go shopping in Ealing Broadway
There are countless high street shops in the Broadway as well as more unique one off’s.
Be aware that the pavements can become crowded during busy periods but this is testimony to quite how popular the area is.
There are also restaurants to suit everyone’s pallet and wallet size.
Walpole Park
Just set back from the main shopping area is a beautifully located, well maintained park.
Walpole Park is a lovely place to take your children or enjoy your lunch from one of the many excellent stalls.
The park has a large play area for children and a nice pond to sit and watch the world go by.
Pitzhanger Manor
Situated next to Walpole Park, Pitzhanger Manor is a historic house designed by the architect Sir John Soane.
The manor is now a museum and is open to the public.
An adults admission costs £9 with students being half that fee.
One thing which we found interesting about the Manor was that it was built as a ‘country retreat’. This just shows how much London has sprawled over the past 200 or so years.
It remains a stunning display of the opulence of a bygone era and well worth a visit.
Ealing Demographics
Ealing is a diverse borough in West London, with a population (according to the most recent census) of over 340,000 people.
The borough is home to people from all over the world, making it a truly international community.
The majority of residents are white British (70%), followed by Indian (6%), Pakistani (4%), and Black African (4%).
The borough also has a significant number of Chinese, Bangladeshi, and Polish residents.
A stroll through the centre of Ealing and you will see a melting pot of cultures, cuisine and religion.
Ealing Area Guide – Crime
Ealing is a relatively safe borough, with a crime rate that is lower than the London average.
It’s rate of 85 crimes per 1,000 person’s is only bettered by a couple surrounding areas, namely Kingston and Richmond Upon Thames.
For context the average across London is 95 crimes per 1,000 people.
The most common types of crime in the borough are burglary, theft, and violence against the person.
The police in Ealing are committed to keeping the borough safe and have a number of initiatives in place to prevent crime.
These include regular patrols, targeted enforcement, and community engagement.
Ealing Are Guide – Property Prices
The average property price in Ealing is £619,000, which is higher than the London average of £530,000.
However, there is a range of property prices in the borough, with some areas being more expensive than others.
For example, the average property price in South Ealing is £450,000, while the average property price in Ealing Common is £750,000.
The property market in Ealing is relatively stable, with prices gradually increasing over time.
However, the market can be competitive, especially in popular areas such as Ealing Common and Northolt.
Overall, property prices in Ealing are expected to continue to rise in the coming years.
However, the rate of growth is likely to slow down as the market becomes more saturated and the impact of rising interest rates takes hold.
Summary – Ealing Area Guide
Overall, Ealing is a great place to live.
It is a well-connected area with a diverse population and a wide range of amenities.
As an aside for those with neurodiversity the National Autistic Society’s HQ is housed in Ealing.
There is something for everyone, from its vibrant cultural scene to its beautiful parks and green spaces.
Here are some of the pros and cons of living in Ealing:
Pros:
- Excellent Transport Links
- Great Schools
- Diverse Cultures
- Wide Range of Amenities
- Safe (compared to other areas of London)
Cons
- Expensive Property Prices
- Overcrowded In Places
- Busy Traffic
