10 best places to live in Brentford

Brentford is definitely one of London’s less well-known areas, due to its varied mix of architectural styles and mishmash development history. However, it has plenty to offer renters and buyers looking for a convenient and different kind of West London setup. We ask the residents who know the area where the best places to live in Brentford can be found.

10 best new build homes to live in Brentford

Let’s dive in and see what this historic West London suburb has to offer. The following list of the top 10 best places to live in Brentford is based purely on the views of our resident HomeViews reviewers. If there are any developments that appeal, just click for a closer look. This will take you to their dedicated page complete with a full list of reviews and comments.

*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.

1. Apo Kew Bridge, TW8

Apo
4.37 (52 reviews) 4.37 (52 reviews)
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Taking top spot in Brentford is Apo Kew Bridge, a Build to Rent development in a prime location adjacent to Kew Bridge station. The development is also a short walk to Gunnersbury Park and Kew Gardens. Residents benefit from an on-site residents’ gym, ‘The Local,’ a residents lounge and a co-working space. The Local opens out onto one of the three private roof terraces. Apo Kew Bridge offers well-being studios and meeting rooms for private hire. As well as this, residents can enjoy free Wi-Fi and a deposit free option. Similarly, there is a resident host who is on-site seven days a week.

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2. Verdo Kew Bridge, TW8

EcoWorld London
3.86 (15 reviews) 3.86 (15 reviews)
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In second place, Verdo Kew Bridge by EcoWorld is a residential development surrounded by parks, the tropical gardens of Kew and the River Thames. Verdo Kew Bridge is comprised of a collection of studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. With the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Village and Chiswick close by – plus good rail and road connections, the location is desirable.

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3. Academy Place, TW7

Crest Nicholson
4.30 (11 reviews) 4.30 (11 reviews)
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Brentford’s number three development, according to reviewers, is Academy Place by Crest Nicholson. It has 366 apartments, ranging from one to four-bedrooms and is surrounded by green spaces and a range of available sporting facilities. The development itself is situated just a 10-minute walk from Isleworth Station, which has regular trains to London Waterloo.

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4. Kew Bridge West, TW8

St James
4.28 (15 reviews) 4.28 (15 reviews)
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In at a close third is Kew Bridge West, a residential development on Brentford’s leafier side, but still just a short drive from Heathrow Airport. It features one, two and three-bedroom apartments, and is flanked by the River Thames, Kew Gardens and Syon Park, making it convenient for all manner of outings. The nearest station, Kew Bridge, is a Zone 3 hub with convenient links to Waterloo.

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5. Brentford Lock West, TW8

Waterside Places
4.22 (19 reviews) 4.22 (19 reviews)
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With a tip of the hat to the area’s maritime history, our fifth spot goes to Brentford Lock West, which offers a range of two-and-three-bedroom apartments and penthouses located right on the Grand Union Canal. Brentford Station is close by, as are the many highlights of Brentford itself.

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6. Kew Bridge Court, W4

Grainger
4.20 (11 reviews) 4.20 (11 reviews)
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Another development within a stone’s throw of Kew Bridge, Kew Bridge Court is a gated residential complex managed by Grainger, just off Chiswick High Road in the area of Kew Bridge and Strand on the Green. It’s made up of one and two-bedroom apartments, which come with an allocated off-street parking space. Kew Bridge railway station is just over the road and residents can take a direct train from here to London Waterloo in just 30 minutes.

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7. Vonder Village, TW8

Vonder
3.85 (7 reviews) 3.85 (7 reviews)
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In seventh, Vonder Village, the second of our entries from Vonder, comprises a range of furnished apartments across four buildings. Situated prettily on the banks of the River Brent itself, the development offers canalside views, weekday staffed reception services, outdoor grounds and onsite parking.

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8. Great West Quarter, TW8

Barratt London
3.84 (7 reviews) 3.84 (7 reviews)
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In eighth, Great West Quarter is a Barratt London development with 763 studio, one and two-bedroom apartments. It’s conveniently situated between Kew Bridge station and Brentford station, and sits just a 10-minute walk from both. Residents here say they appreciate the peace and quiet, without having to sacrifice their easy access to Brentford’s retail areas and green spaces.

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9. London Square Isleworth, TW7

London Square
3.77 (25 reviews) 3.77 (25 reviews)
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Next up we have London Square Isleworth, which features 203 units in a mix of one, two and three-bedrooms. The development is a four-minute walk away from Isleworth station, which has links to Southwestern Railway services into London Waterloo. Old Isleworthians Sports Club is also only a 6-minute walk away.

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10. Vonder Skies, TW8

Vonder
3.45 (27 reviews) 3.45 (27 reviews)
Area guide to Brentford
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Rounding off our Brentford list is Vonder Skies, a development offering 127 apartments, ranging from studios to one and two-bedroom flats. All apartments come fully furnished, on site amenities include courtyards, concierge service, car park and gym and games room.

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What’s it like living in Brentford?

Firstly, where is Brentford, exactly? It sits just above Kew and below Ealing in West London, and the heart of the Brentford lifestyle is the snug suburban feel of cosy pubs, inviting shops and reassuring brickwork. Still, Brentford is growing fast. The quieter parts are quickly being surrounded by newly constructed smart apartment blocks and offices.

This means that there’s plenty of traffic and development to consider, as Brentford continues to adjust to its new shape. Still, it also means there’s a lot of choices for property hunters looking for the best places to live in Brentford. There’s a widening range of options, from reliably appealing apartments to luxury, gated developments like The Island on Tallow Road.

As for the daily lifestyle, Brentford combines a comfortable range of local attractions with easy access to the rest of London. You can enjoy charming Thames walks, tranquil pubs such as the Griffin and Lord Nelson, and almost Putney-esque levels of green space. Syon Park is a regular favourite, and the famous Kew Botanical Gardens are conveniently close at hand.

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What is Brentford known for?

Historically, Brentford is best known as a waterside hub, as the River Thames and River Brent flow into the Grand Union Canal. Today you can still see plenty of Brentford’s boating legacy in its pretty houseboats and canalside decorative areas.

Along with its budding arts scene, Brentford enjoys a reputation for attracting big companies looking to headquarter here. Sega, JC Decaux, Sky and the massive pharmaceutical firm GlaxoSmithKline call Brentford home.

Brentford’s beloved football club have also recently put themselves on the map in a big way. In 2021, Brentford FC joined the Premier League for the first time since 1947.

What’s the average property price in Brentford?

Property prices in Brentford run quite a wide range, from quite affordable to mega expensive. Overall, Zoopla puts the Brentford house price average at just over £528,000 for October 2023. However, you can still find plenty of appealing properties in the £300,000-£400,000 bracket.

If you’re looking to rent property in Brentford, expect to find a respectable range of options. The average rental rate here is £2,420 PCM for 2-bedroom properties, around 20% below the London average.


Fancy taking a closer look at Brentford? The link will take you to our dedicated area guide. There you’ll find out more regarding Brentford’s history, amenities and more developments to peruse.

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