In short: Laid Back Removals moves homes in Bayswater & Paddington, W2, from our base in Marylebone. Homes here are mostly stucco terraces split into flats, mansion blocks and new-build towers around Paddington Basin. Streets are run by Westminster City Council, which asks for 10 working days’ notice for a parking suspension.
Removals in Bayswater & Paddington start from £139. See our prices.
Moving a home in Bayswater & Paddington
Stucco terraces
Bayswater’s white terraces are mostly flats now, with steep stairs and steps to the door. We take big furniture apart and protect the stairwells.
Mansion blocks
Older blocks around Queensway and Lancaster Gate, with small lifts and porters. Large items usually go by the stairs.
New builds by the canal
Towers around Paddington Basin have concierges, booked lifts and loading bays. Book your slot with the building first.
Rent in Bayswater & Paddington
Bayswater & Paddington is in Westminster. Average private rents across the borough, September 2026:
Source: Office for National Statistics, Price Index of Private Rents. Rents in Westminster changed by 0.4% over the year. The London average is £2,338.
Parking on moving day in Bayswater & Paddington
Nothing slows a London move down like nowhere to park the van. Streets here are run by Westminster City Council. To guarantee space for the van, book a parking suspension:
- Notice: 10 working days. Late applications pay a £20 short-notice fee, if accepted.
- Cost: £51 to £55 per space for the first day, depending on the zone.
- How: book and pay online on the council’s map, or email the form.
- Avoid disabled, doctor, car club and EV charging bays.
Source: Westminster City Council, parking bay suspensions. Checked October 2026.
From the team: Praed Street, Edgware Road and the roads around the station are busy all day. We aim for early slots and the closest legal spot to your door.
Living in Bayswater & Paddington
Getting around
- Paddington (Bakerloo, Circle, District, Hammersmith & City, Elizabeth line, Heathrow Express)
- Bayswater (Circle, District)
- Queensway and Lancaster Gate (Central)
- Royal Oak (Circle, Hammersmith & City)
Parks and green space
- Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens
- The canal at Paddington Basin and Little Venice
Shopping and markets
- Westbourne Grove
- Queensway
- Whiteleys
- Paddington Basin
Culture
- Alexander Fleming Laboratory Museum
- Little Venice and the canal boats
- The Serpentine Galleries
Journey times from Bayswater & Paddington
The fastest weekday journey from Paddington into London’s main hubs.
| To | Time | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Circus | 8 min | Bakerloo line |
| Bank | 19 min | Elizabeth line then Central line |
| King’s Cross | 11 min | Hammersmith & City line |
| Canary Wharf | 23 min | Elizabeth line |
Weekday daytime, station to station. Source: TfL Journey Planner, checked October 2026. Times can change with engineering works.
London fact
Paddington station was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and opened in 1854. A certain bear arrived here with just a suitcase.
For your move: Most people leave Paddington with a lot more than that. That’s what a Half Day is for.
Where to eat after your move in Bayswater & Paddington
Our picks for your first meals in Bayswater & Paddington.
Porchester Road. Kebabs, stews and rice done properly.
Inverness Mews. Steak and empanadas tucked behind Queensway.
Queensway. Thick Japanese-style pancakes for a sweet break.
Queen’s Gardens. Healthy bowls with plenty of vegan choice.
Checked on Google Maps, October 2026. Opening hours change, so check before you go.
Bayswater & Paddington moving questions
My new-build flat has a booked loading bay. Can you work to that?
Yes. Tell us the slot and the bay rules when you ask for your quote. We’ll plan the team so we’re in and out on time.
Do I need a parking suspension in Bayswater & Paddington?
It often helps, because it guarantees the space. Westminster City Council needs 10 working days’ notice. We’ll tell you what your street needs when we quote. Book it with Westminster City Council.
Can you move me in Bayswater & Paddington at short notice?
Often, yes, subject to availability. We move any time, day or night, across London. Send your details and write your date and time.
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