Welcome to Askew Road
Surrounded by Shepherd’s Bush, Acton and Hammersmith, Askew Road offers a village-like feel, with excellent transport connections and access to a number of green spaces.
Originally known as Gaggle Goose Green, the area was farmland and orchards until the 19th Century, when clay digging transformed the landscape. Today, it is a thriving neighbourhood popular with professionals and families.
Property in Askew Road
Askew Road provides a wide range of attractive properties, including Victorian conversions, terraced cottages and Georgian villas. Many of these homes have large gardens and have maintained their original features, including cornicing and feature fireplaces.
Characterful apartments are also sought after, particularly those in the red-brick Askew Mansions block. Nearby Hammersmith also offers homes with riverside views, while Shepherd’s Bush has a number of modern new-build developments.
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Askew Road’s prime location provides residents with easy access to some of London’s finest live entertainment venues. The Hammersmith Apollo, a Grade II* Listed theatre, hosts the world’s leading performers, and is particularly popular for major stand up comedy gigs.
Moments from the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, this venue has welcomed some of music’s biggest names, including The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, and Adele.
For retail therapy, visit Westfield London, the largest shopping centre in Europe. Spanning
2.6 million sq. ft, the complex features over 450 stores, more than 80 restaurants, a cinema and many other amenities.
Green Spaces in Askew Road
Conveniently positioned between three parks, Askew Road is located near a number of green spaces. Acton Park to the north has children’s playgrounds and an on-site café, while to the west, Wendell Park features a nature conservation area, a bug hotel, and plants designed to attract wildlife. Meanwhile, Ravenscourt Park is perfect for a weekend outing, with a lake, tennis courts and a walled garden.
Askew Road Transport Links
The neighbourhood benefits from outstanding transport connections. Hammersmith station provides Underground connections on the Piccadilly, District, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines, with nearby Stamford Brook and Ravenscourt Park also located on the District line.
Shepherd’s Bush links Askew Road with central London via the Central line and Overground. Road travel is also easy from here, with the A4 and M4 taking drivers west to Heathrow or east into the City.
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