LOCATION
H T spot Harrow on the Hill
In the north west London borough of Harrow, just south of the modern town of Harrow, find the historic village of Harrow on the Hill. The product of centuries of layered development, from medieval origins to its present role as a commuter suburb, this is a truly unique location to buy your first home
• Its intriguing dual identity • Great independent eateries • Green spaces with exquisite views • Excellent local schools • A 20-minute city commute
WHY FIRST TIME BUYERS LOVE HARROW ON THE HILL Harrow on the Hill is a rare find: two distinct neighbourhoods in one, joined by a gentle 10- to 15-minute climb. Down by the station it’s all buzz and convenience, while up on the hill it oozes character, with sweeping
views and historic buildings aplenty. Famously home to the renowned independent Harrow School, Harrow also boasts a strong state education sector, making the area perfect for young families.This charming neighbourhood is also one of outer London’s best-connected transport hubs, offering an easy commute to the capital. TRANSPORT It is hard to believe that central London is only around 20 minutes away, door to door. National Rail services offer trains to London Marylebone in as little as 14 minutes from the accessible, step-free, Harrow-on- the-Hill station (Zone 5). London Underground’s Metropolitan
Line also serves the station with services toward Baker Street, Uxbridge and Amersham, and there’s a useful interchange at Rayners Lane for the Piccadilly Line heading to Heathrow Terminals 1–5. Local buses provide a handy connection between the station and the town centre. Nearby Harrow and Wealdstone station also offers National Rail services, London Underground services (Bakerloo Line), and London Overground services (Lioness Line). SHOPPING Around the station, everyday shopping is well covered with a Lidl, M&S and Tesco Express alongside a decent selection of high street and independent
shops. Head up the hill, and you trade convenience for character, with a handful of independent stores including Local On the Hill, a well-loved grocer stocking artisan produce and offering local delivery. In Harrow town centre, Art Park is a popular community hub, offering retail units for local start-up businesses – a welcome addition to the conventional high street shopping also found here. FOOD AND DRINK Convenience is key by the station and while there are plenty of quality independent options, most head up the hill for the area’s true charm. Battels Arts Café is a quirky spot for coffee, crepes and excellent toasties,
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Harrow on the Hill is as well connected to the bustling capital as it is to its rich history, so moving here, with its plentiful green spaces, you won’t feel like you need to make any sacrifices to escape to the country.
Baker Street – 15 minutes (Metropolitan Line)
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London Marylebone – 17 minutes
Heathrow airport – 17 miles
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