New build homes in Brentford: 5 highest rated developments

A rapidly expanding slice of West London suburbia, Brentford is becoming more desirable by the year. It’s an exciting time for the area, as new build homes in Brentford are being developed with greater confidence to serve a growing market. Come and see what we mean, as we explore some of the best the market currently has to offer.

New build homes in Brentford: 5 best developments

Let’s get straight into it and rank the new builds in Brentford that are turning heads. Our list breaks down what makes the property market in this part of London special, and will hopefully get your search off to a flying start.

*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 (76 reviews) 4.37 (76 reviews)
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Taking first place in Brentford, Apo Kew Bridge is a Build to Rent development located adjacent to Kew Bridge station and just a short walk from 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
3.83 (15 reviews) 3.83 (15 reviews)
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Second-placed 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 a collection of studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. With the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Village and Chiswick close by – plus good rail and road connections, the location is highly desirable.

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3. Academy Place, TW7

Crest Nicholson
4.30 (11 reviews) 4.30 (11 reviews)
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In third place, Academy Place is a Crest Nicholson development with 366 prime apartments to its name, ranging from one to four bedrooms. The development itself is prettily surrounded by green areas and well-maintained sporting facilities. It’s also 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, Berkeley Group
4.28 (15 reviews) 4.28 (15 reviews)
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Our fourth spot goes to Kew Bridge West, a residential development in one of Brentford’s leafier areas. It features one, two and three-bedroom apartments, and is flanked by the River Thames and the glorious Syon Park. The nearest station, Kew Bridge, is a Zone 3 hub with convenient links to Waterloo. And, being so near the bridge, residents can hop over to The Royal Botanical Gardens on a whim!

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5. Brentford Lock West, TW8

Waterside Places
4.21 (19 reviews) 4.21 (19 reviews)
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Taking fifth place is Brentford Lock West, a waterside development comprising two and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses located right on the Grand Union Canal. If you want to enjoy the relaxing pace of canalside life, this is the place for you. Brentford Station is close at hand too.

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Where is Brentford?

You’ll find Brentford in the borough of Hounslow, West London. It gets its name from being the confluence of the River Brent and the River Thames.

Why live in Brentford?

Brentford is yet another of London’s areas to enjoy a startling makeover in recent decades. It has attracted new investment, new professional commuter residents and a new level of confidence. The combination of accessibility, space and exciting new developments make this West London suburban eye-opener for anyone looking to rent or buy within easy travelling distance of Central London.

For local amenities, Brentford is very well off for green spaces. Chief among them is the gorgeous Syon Park. It’s over one hundred acres of immaculately cultivated parkland, dominated by the 600-year-old Syon House. Also, Brentford is literally just across the river from Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, via the Kew Bridge. This is one of London’s most spectacular attractions, a must-see for any nature lover.

Along with good schools, an improving crime rate (4.4% lower than the London average for the borough), and rapid development, Brentford is on the up and up. This makes it attractive for commuters, young families and anyone looking to enjoy a London lifestyle with a bit of flexibility.

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Transport in Brentford

Brentford is well served by transport links that can put you in the City in about half an hour. The Piccadilly Line calls at Boston Manor and Chiswick Park on its way into Zone 1, terminating at St Pancras. Overground trains leave from Brentford and Kew Bridge, heading to Waterloo Station.

The M4 runs right down the spine of the Brentford. This provides easy access to Central London, Heathrow Airport and the West of England. Driving or taking a bus in either direction is convenient and reliable, provided you can avoid peak traffic.

Finally, you can start an epic journey at Brentford via the Grand Union Canal. This takes you on a lovely, lazy sweep through the London suburbs, all the way to the Limehouse Basin in East London.

Property prices in Brentford

The Brentford property market has risen in value and diversity in recent years. Smart new build apartment blocks have sprung up. Plus, there’s a grand transformation underway at the old Griffin Park football stadium. It’s going to be turned into a 75-home development. Overall, this building spree is opening up options across the area.

Average house prices in Brentford in March 2024 are around £765,000, according to Rightmove. This price average accounts for everything from the super modern new builds in Brentford, to its wide range of Georgian townhouses and red brick converted warehouse apartments. Whatever style of home you’re looking for, Brentford will likely have plenty of options to offer.


Brentford is one of London’s many rising prospects, becoming increasingly popular as fresh waves of investment hit the suburbs. If you want to get a better idea of what to expect from the area and its property market, click our guide below. You’ll find more new build homes in Brentford, and plenty of extra information about what it’s really like to live here.

Brentford

Brentford
West London’s Brentford is a historic county town in Middlesex; within the London Borough of Hounslow and part of Greater London since the Sixties. The town is found where the River Brent and the Thames meet, some eight miles from Charing Cross. An alternative Read more about Brentford

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