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Best places to live in Borough of Westminster

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Dolphin Square, SW1

By Dolphin Square Operator Limited

Award winner 2025

4.23

4.23

(66 reviews)

Dolphin Square lies in the heart of Pimlico, London SW1, where health and well-being take centre stage and pets are welcome. Our thoughtfully designed homes, from studios to four-bedroom apartments, are stylish and light. Beyond size, we offer a variety of layouts, finishes, and locations around the square. Our central location means there’s no shortage of opportunities to ensure the daytime thrives and the nighttime comes alive. London’s business districts, the heart of Government, and the iconic cultural and entertainment scene are right on your doorstep.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 5 in Borough of Westminster

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Paddington Exchange, W2

By Taylor Wimpey Central London

4.61

4.61

(8 reviews)

Paddington Exchange is a Chase Evans development featuring a collection of 123 studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Located in the heart of Paddington, nearby Paddington Station offers excellent transport links with the Heathrow Express and the three major underground lines – the Hammersmith & City, the Bakerloo and Circle lines- in operation.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 5 in Borough of Westminster

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Fitzroy Place, W1

By Aviva Investors, Exemplar Properties

4.39

4.39

(11 reviews)

Fitzroy Place is a mixed-use development built on the site of the old Middlesex Hospital in the heart of London's West End. It features 200 residential units – one, two and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses – and a number of commercial outlets. Residents enjoy first-class transport links around London, thanks to nearby Goodge Street and Oxford Circus, which provide access to the Northern, Victoria, Central and Bakerloo lines.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 5 in Borough of Westminster

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West End Quay, W2

By Rialto Properties Ltd, WestCity

4.26

4.26

(16 reviews)

West End Quay is a joint venture development by Rialto Properties and WestCity, which is comprised of 468 apartment over 3 blocks - Westcliffe Apartments, Peninsula Apartments, Balmoral Apartments. The development is conveniently located just a short walk from both Edgware Road station and Paddington Station.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 5 in Borough of Westminster

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Paddington Gardens, W2

By Meritas Real Estate

4.15

4.15

(14 reviews)

Paddington Gardens is a mixed-use development by Meritas Real Estate, which features 335 residential units in a 20-storey tower with a range of one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments alongside a hotel, offices, retail space and a primary school. Located moments away from the Paddington Basin, the development is a 7-minute walk from Paddington station, which offers connections to the Heathrow Express, GWR and TFL Rail services as well as Underground services via the Bakerloo, District, Circle and the Hammersmith & City lines.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 5 in Borough of Westminster

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152 total reviews

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

NR (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dolphin Square, SW1

Feb 2026

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Fantastic staff at Dolphin Square

NR (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dolphin Square, SW1

Feb 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Pimlico is very central and yet quiet and residential. Fantastic location for public transport and walking to key sites.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The staff have been excellent - friendly, helpful, efficient and courteous. Any problems have been sorted very quickly.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Double check furnishing requirements before you commit to furnished or unfurnished.


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Edward Jackson (Tenant)

Unverified

Dolphin Square, SW1

Feb 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Excellent team!

Edward Jackson (Tenant)

Unverified

Dolphin Square, SW1

Feb 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great area, parking is right by the door and traffic noise minimal! Tube is close by and easy to drive out west to the countryside.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Atikah and the tenancy team have responded to all requests super quickly.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Nothing, I was fully informed from start to finish


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David C (Tenant)

Unverified

Dolphin Square, SW1

Dec 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

gratitude for the attention I'm receiving

David C (Tenant)

Unverified

Dolphin Square, SW1

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

For me, the location of the apartment complex is perfect, as it's in a central area with easy access, thanks to its proximity to the metro station.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I think the maintenance team does a great job, although I believe they should check the operation of the thermostats and the heating system.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I think it would be good to specify the expenses derived from regular consumption (electricity, gas and water).

Manager response

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re delighted that our reception and maintenance teams have been attentive and efficient, and we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Fei - she’ll be thrilled to hear your recognition. We’re glad to hear how convenient the location is for you, and we appreciate your feedback regarding clarity on utility expenses and checking the heating system. We’ll continue working to improve communication and ensure all issues are addressed promptly. Thank you again for your thoughtful review and for recommending our team.

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Ellie Laws, Reception Manager

Jan 2026


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Hessa (Tenant)

Unverified

Dolphin Square, SW1

Dec 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Overall I had a positive experience living here, despite anything that happened

Hessa (Tenant)

Unverified

Dolphin Square, SW1

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

It feels like a nice village with a sense of community close to central London but doesn’t feel like it the area is very nice and quiet and well connected and so charming!

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The reception team is very speedy when you call their number for help. Personally I had a negative experience with theft and wish the team responded in a different matter.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

There is not security CCTV cameras in the hallways of the building which I think is super important

Manager response

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Mickey was able to assist you so effectively and make your apartment search smooth - he’ll be delighted by your kind words. We’re glad you're enjoying the design of the apartments, the gym, the facilities, and the overall sense of community in the area. Your comments regarding the finishing of the apartments and the need for improved security, including CCTV in hallways, are noted. Unfortunately due to privacy, we do not have CCTV on communal corridors, and solely have these by the entrances and around the Estate. It’s also great to hear that our reception team are responsive and helpful. We are sorry to hear about your negative experience with theft and understand how concerning that must have been. If you require further investigation of this, please do contact our Reception team and they will put you in contact with me. Thank you again for your thoughtful review and recommendations. We appreciate your support and will continue striving to make our community as safe and enjoyable as possible.

Posted by

Ellie Laws, Reception Manager

Jan 2026


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Jo Gunett (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dolphin Square, SW1

Dec 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Personal Memoir of the square

Jo Gunett (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dolphin Square, SW1

Dec 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

All the staff are very helpful. Whenever I need assistance they are always willing to help and demonstrate patience

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes, they have always been very helpful. I really appreciate their help.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

No, everything has been great and my expectations have always been met. Best place ever to live

Manager response

Hi Jo! Thank you for taking the time to review us and your experience with living at Dolphin Square. We are pleased that you continue to enjoy our community here and hope you continue to have a positive living experience.

Posted by

Ellie Laws, Reception Manager

Dec 2025


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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