Explore exceptional homes in Holland Park with YOUhome. This exclusive neighbourhood of West London is a treasured enclave offering a unique blend of fine heritage architectural homes, natural green spaces and cultural richness.
Is Holland Park a good area of London?
Holland Park is considered one of London’s most exclusive areas for three key reasons: it’s special village-like ambience, it’s outstanding heritage architecture featuring detached white villas and it’s ornate, verdant gardens, both public and private. Properties surrounding the western, northern and southern fringes of Holland Park gardens are highly sought after by both International and local home buyers.
Why Is Holland Park famous?
Through the centuries many famous creatives have lived in Holland Park. During the Victorian period Holland Park became the home of the ‘Holland Park Circle’, a group of artists including Frederic Leighton, whose house is now open to the public.
Holland Park has been home to many famous London celebrities including The Beckhams, Elton John, Simon Cowell and Sir Roger Moore. Celebrities co-existing alongside the many instantly recognisable International embassies.
What local property architectural styles are found In Holland Park?
The residential architecture in Holland Park is a fine aesthetic blend of Victorian and Edwardian eras. Holland Park villas and mansions, and stucco fronted luxury apartments continue to dominate the tree-lined streets. This diversity caters to many aesthetic tastes, ensuring there's a home for every discerning buyer. Holland Park Mansions - YOUhome
Historically, the area was developed from rural property in the mid-1800s drawing inspiration from Nash. Houses were given generous proportions and situated on wide, tree-lined streets and pavements. There are also Italianate villas, today often divided into apartments, as well as terraced houses and mews houses, making them ideal for contemporary family living.
Looking more closely at houses for sale in Holland Park, buyers are drawn to the abundance of period homes, easy access to public parks, fitness and wellness activities, and an immersive cultural calendar. Best-in-class homes are highly sought after, ensuring estate agents in Holland Park manage discreet off-market sales in addition to those listed on the UK’s property portals.
Is It expensive to live In Holland Park?
Holland Park is considered one of London’s premier real estate locations and this is reflected in the high property values and price per square foot trends.
Home prices in Holland Park had an overall average of £2.2 million during 2025. The majority of properties sold in Holland Park during the last year were flats, selling for an average price of £1.3 million. Terraced Holland Park houses sold for an average of £3.6 million, with semi-detached homes fetching upwards of £11.9 million. Overall, the historical sold prices in Holland Park over the last year were 26% down on the 2022 peak of £2.9 million. (source: Rightmove)
Ilchester Place is ranked as one of the most expensive roads to buy property in across London. A recent sale of a terraced house on Ilchester Place advertised a listed price of £18 million.
The most desirable roads in the Holland Park area include Holland Park, Abbotsbury Close, Addison Road, Princedale Road, Portland Road, Phillimore Gardens and Addison Avenue. Larger family homes in Holland Park can be found here too.
Homes across the Holland Park area of London fall within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.
Does YOUhome have a successful track record of prime property sales in Holland Park ?
YOUhome has built a successful track record as an expert estate agent selling luxury homes in Holland Park. Notable sales include properties in Phillimore Gardens, St, James’s Gardens and Royal Crescent Mews and Holland Park Avenue. Visit our current Holland Park properties for sale here
Does Holland Park have good shops, cafes and restaurants?
Holland Park offers residents a choice of high-end boutique shopping, gourmet restaurants, and delicious local cafes. Julie's, Holland Park is a local favourite, Daunt Books is located on Holland Park Avenue along with much loved London butcher, Lidgates.
Are the local amenities in Holland Park family friendly?
Holland Park is an ideal family friendly residential area, encompassing the beautiful public park, the Japanese Kyoto Garden and the Holland Park Lawn Tennis Club. The park is also a cultural destination hosting opera festivals ’Opera Holland Park’ every summer.
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The nearby Design Museum and Leighton House Museum add to the neighbourhood’s cultural allure, providing residents with a calendar of arts exhibits throughout the year.
Does Holland Park offer good local transport?
Holland Park is Ideally situated for residents wishing to access the city or the west of London. The Central line stops at Holland Park tube station. Buses run to Notting Hill and Westfield extremely frequently.
Thinking of buying or selling a home in Holland Park?
Contact us if you would like to discuss selling or buying a home in Holland Park, we would be delighted to share our latest Holland Park market report and guide you in your property search.
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Thursday 13 November 2025
