A Guide to Living in Hounslow

Looking for a place to live in London? You may want to consider the Borough of Hounslow. Located in west London, Hounslow is a vibrant and diverse area with plenty of things to do. In this blog post, we will provide an overview of the borough, including information on its location, schools, universities and population. We hope that this information will be helpful for prospective home buyers!

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Where is Hounslow?

Hounslow is located in the west of London, bordering the following boroughs, Ealing to the north, Brent to the northeast, Kensington and Chelsea to the east, Hammersmith and Fulham to the south-east, Richmond upon Thames to the south-west, and Kingston upon Thames to the west.

Areas in Hounslow

The borough of Hounslow is divided into twelve wards, each with its own distinct character. Some of the most popular areas in Hounslow include:

Chiswick – Located on the banks of the River Thames, Chiswick is a charming and affluent area with a vibrant nightlife. It is home to many trendy bars and restaurants as well as some excellent schools.

Feltham – An area located in the extreme west of Hounslow, Feltham is an up-and-coming residential area with many newly built homes. The town centre hosts a large shopping mall and several high street shops.

Hatton Cross – A suburban region located near Heathrow Airport, Hatton Cross contains many affordable housing options as well as local amenities like supermarkets and pubs. There is also a station on the Piccadilly Line of the London Underground connecting it to central London.

Hanworth – Located between Twickenham and Hampton, Hanworth is known for its diverse population that enjoys easy access to natural areas such as Crane Park Nature Reserve – one of the largest parks in southeast England. It also hosts Bushy Park, home to the second-largest herd of deer in London.

Feltham – Bordered by both Heathrow Airport and the River Thames, Feltham is a town with plenty of green space as well as commercial centres. It offers a variety of housing options at different price points and contains several schools rated “outstanding” by Ofsted.

Heston – A large, modern suburb located to the west of Heathrow Airport, Heston is popular with families thanks to its abundance of green space and excellent schools.

Universities in Hounslow

There are two universities located within the borough of Hounslow:

The University of West London – Located in Ealing, the University of West London is a leading institution for undergraduate and postgraduate studies. It has been ranked as one of the top 50 universities in Europe.

Brunel University – Based in Uxbridge, Brunel University is a prestigious research university with an international reputation. It offers a wide range of courses and has a diverse student body, with over 12,000 students from over 100 countries enrolled.

Top Schools in Hounslow

There are many excellent schools located in the borough of Hounslow. The following list includes some of the top ones:

Heston Community School – This is an all-boys secondary school that is rated as Outstanding by Ofsted and one of the best state secondary schools in London for GCSE results. It offers students a wide range of extracurricular activities to complement their academic studies.

Oaklands Catholic School – A coeducational Roman Catholic school that was founded by nuns from Our Lady’s Abbey at Carshalton Beeches, Oaklands has been rated as Outstanding by Ofsted and is one of the best state secondary schools in London for A-Level results. It offers a high level of academic achievement and has many extracurricular activities on offer such as sports, drama, music and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.

Cranford Community College – This college was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in all categories including leadership, teaching and learning. It has very good exam pass rates at both GCSE (98%)and A-level (100%). Students can participate in a wide variety of after school activities ranging from dance to Lego robotics club that include other students from local primary schools too!

Population of Hounslow

The population of Hounslow is around 168,000 and it is a very ethnically diverse borough with over 60 languages spoken.

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Great Co-Living Place!

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Review Date Nov 2023

Very convenient area and I feel very safe walking around even at night. There are multiple grocery stores and a TK Maxx. The food court is also fantastic and is filled with delicious, affordable, and diverse food options.

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Very nice finishes and very cozy. It’s well-designed and functional for modern living. The coworking space is great for those who work from home, and we get free coffee! The design is very nice with built-in furniture in every single unit. The air conditioning and heater works very well, and all the utilities and internet are included in the rent.

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Be sure to download the Gravity app – it’s a great way to stay updated and connect with other residents.

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The management team knows everyone personally and is very responsive. They really care about the tenants and try to create the best experience ever, with their in-house app and socials. I cannot recommend them more!

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Hi Lilian C

Thank you for your review!

We are really pleased to see that you are enjoying your stay with us. It’s great to have you as part of the Gravity Co community and great to read that you’re a fan of our app. It’s a great tool for our members to connect both online and arranging in person meet ups.

Thanks again and we’ll see you around the communal space soon!

Charter Place is nice place to live !!

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Review Date Nov 2023

Charter Place is nice place to live. The main problem that i am facing is parking space. It has very limited parking space as compared to number of flats.

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Charter Place is really nice place to live. It is very clean and secure. Building Management is very helpful in resolving problems. Cleaning Team takes very good care of property. The events which are organised are also very good. They really helps in knowing neighbours

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Everything looks fine except parking space. Parking space is very limited and has long queue to get parking space

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Management team is very responsive and helpful. They resolved the problems in very timely manner

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Dear Kapil,

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Charter Place. We’re glad to hear that you find it to be a nice and secure place to live, and that the building management has been helpful in resolving issues promptly. We understand your concerns regarding the limited parking space and the inconvenience it may cause. Rest assured, we are continuously looking for ways to improve the parking situation to better accommodate all residents. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we appreciate your patience as we work towards solutions. If you have any further concerns or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Things are all positive with respect to my move-in

Review Date Nov 2023

Having moved in recently I find things are all positive with respect to my move-in. The place is located very close to the high street, school, bus station& tube which gives me easy access to my day to day needs
One concern is over the noise from the street I keep hearing in the nights as my bedroom is facing the street.

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I am happy for choosing charter place. The design of the property is nice but would have been better if there was a direct lift access to ground floor which is not the case for Kent court residents. The in-house facilities like gym, co-work space are highlights. The management organised events are much encouraging.

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No direct lift or emergency exit access to ground floor.(applicable for Kent Court)

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The management is friendly and always available to help.

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Dear Lakshminarayanan,

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on your experience at Charter Place. We’re thrilled to hear that you’re happy with your choice and that you find the property’s design appealing. We appreciate your feedback regarding the lack of direct lift access to the ground floor for Kent Court residents. We’ll certainly take this into consideration for future improvements.

It’s fantastic to hear that you’re enjoying the in-house facilities and the events organized by the management. We strive to create a vibrant community atmosphere, and it’s great to know that you find these initiatives encouraging.

Regarding the noise from the street at night, we understand the importance of a peaceful living environment. Please feel free to reach out to our management team, and we’ll do our best to address this concern and explore potential solutions.

We value your feedback and appreciate you sharing your experiences. If there’s anything else we can assist you with or if you have any further suggestions, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

Their drain is terrible!!

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Review Date Nov 2023

So so. No fancy cafes and restaurants around here. But there are some supermarkets so I can say it’s convenient .

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The shower room is terrible! The drain gets stuck easily and water almost always comes up from the drain even though we clean up it very often. Therefore we use the shower only for a few minutes! When we run water in the kitchen, in the shower room water comes up.
It’s really dirty and sanitation wise it’s really terrible. I can’t stand it.

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About the terrible shower room. Then we wouldn’t have chosen. Because sanitation is really important for us.

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Very bad. They try to change even though for problems that are not our fault.

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Hi Ma

Thank you for leaving us your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that you had a problem with the water in your unit. We know that drains can get blocked sometimes which can cause the water to rise. To help any member who experienced this, we created an easy-to-follow video that details how to clean drains to prevent water from rising. Regular cleaning of this does remain the responsibility of the tenant, however we are always around in help in any way that we can. I have made sure your points have been shared with the rest of the team and we’ll use your feedback to continue to improve the service and offering for all Gravity Co.

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Craig