Found the North-Western fringe of Greater London, Northolt is a residential suburb. Northolt does not have much of a town centre, but is well-connected by its own Central Line station and by road and rail. The housing stock in this area is mainly Twenties and Thirties terraces and semis, with many homes that are relatively affordable and which would be suitable for families. The area also has good schools and access to green and open space, contributing to the area's reputation for family-friendliness.
Northolt is a diverse suburb of London. It's a mainly residential area, without much of a town centre.
The 2014/2015 crime rate was lower than the overall London crime rate, and the violence against the person rate was slightly lower. In the period from June 2016 to May 2017, the most common crime types were anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences, and other theft.
Parking is generally not too difficult in this area. The rate of car ownership in this area is slightly higher than the London rate, at just below one car per household. Road links - including the A40, which runs through the neighbourhood - are good.
Northolt doesn't have much of a centre, and there are just a couple of pubs and restaurants in the area. Residents can head to neighbouring areas like South Harrow or into Central London for entertainment - the Central and Piccadilly Lines run a Night Tube service at weekends.
Northolt offers a wide range of property that includes a good supply of homes that would be suitable for families - there is a good stock of Twenties and Thirties terraces and semis in particular. There is also good access to green and open space, including Northala Fields, Rectory Park, and many others. The Grand Union Canal also runs through the area, offering waterside walks connecting green spaces like Marnham Fields and King George's Field. Schools in this area are generally good, and include state, religious, and private options. A high percentage of residents - nearly a quarter - are children aged 0-15.
The range of housing in this area includes many homes that would be suitable for pets, including semi-detached and terraces houses. Northolt also offers good access to green and open space, including Northala Fields, Rectory Park, and many others. The Grand Union Canal also runs through the area, offering waterside walks connecting green spaces like Marnham Fields and King George's Field.
Northolt has its own Zone 5 Tube station, which is served by the Central Line - Oxford Circus can be reached in approximately half an hour. Greenford Park is also on the Central Line, as well as offering rail services from Great Western Railway. South Harrow is served by the Piccadilly Line. Northolt Park railway station is served by Chiltern Railways, with trains to Marylebone, and South Ruislip offers Chiltern Railways and Central Line connections. The area is also well-served by buses, and road links - including the A40, which runs through the neighbourhood - are good.