Shared Ownership in Hammersmith & Fulham

Hammersmith & Fulham is a more affordable option than its pricier neighbours Chelsea and Kensington, and is situated a few miles from the hustle and bustle of the West End.

Although this is a prime London postcode, there are also smaller leafier enclaves which are perfect for families or those who want to gain that small community feel within striking distance of London’s amenities. Brook Green, with plenty of open spaces, and Brackenbury Village close to Ravenscourt Park, are two popular options. You can also enjoy the presence of two professional football teams, or discovering the eclectic mix of boutique shops and attractions, and indulging in fine art and even an urban winery, it really is a great spot to call home.

Eel Brook Common offers a green open space for local residents looking for some peace and quiet. Facilities include an Astro turf pitch for community use, tennis courts, cricket pitches and a children’s playground – with the common also hosting an annual circus and other fairs and events. The bandstand here was built in 1894 and there’s also a highly regarded Mediterranean restaurant which is a must-visit.

Foodies will love the Bishop’s Park Farmers and Fine Foods market which is jam-packed with local produce that’s organic to boot. Residents flock here on Sundays to fill their larders for the week ahead. If antiques are more your thing you’ll be spoilt for choice on Lillie Road, which boasts plenty of shops proffering stock from a bygone era. Locals tend to head to Jerdan Place, a short stroll from Fulham Broadway station, to hang out at the independent eateries lining the cobbled street. Fulham also happens to be home to the UK’s biggest and oldest Harley Davidson dealership which opened in 1924, if you feel the need for speed.

With the Thames Path on your doorstep, you can tread the north bank path and take in the local scenery which changes with the seasons. You’ll pass stunning Georgian and Regency houses with a view across to the South Bank and the London Wetland Centre. Head upriver and Chiswick House and Kew Gardens can both be reached in under two hours.

Culture-wise you can enjoy stunning homages to the arts and craft movement at the former home of printer and engraver Emery Walker or at Kelmscott House, a museum operated by the William Morris Society. Pay a visit to the smallest bar room in the UK, at the Dove public house – visited by such luminaries as Ernest Hemingway, Dylan Thomas, former Hammersmith residents William Morris and Graham Greene, or why not enjoy the delights that the Lyric Theatre offers, including community events for kids and families.