In short: Laid Back Removals moves homes in West Kensington & Olympia, W14, from our base in Marylebone. Homes here are mostly Victorian terraces split into flats, mansion blocks and estates. Streets are run by Hammersmith and Fulham Council, which asks for 8 days’ notice for a parking suspension.
Removals in West Kensington & Olympia start from £139. See our prices.
Moving a home in West Kensington & Olympia
Victorian terraces
Houses split into flats, with steps up and narrow stairs. We take wide furniture apart and send two movers for big items.
Mansion blocks
Red-brick blocks around Barons Court and Queen’s Club, with small lifts.
Estates
Ask the estate office about loading and whether you need a permit for the van.
Rent in West Kensington & Olympia
West Kensington & Olympia is in Hammersmith and Fulham. Average private rents across the borough, September 2026:
Source: Office for National Statistics, Price Index of Private Rents. Rents in Hammersmith and Fulham changed by 4.9% over the year. The London average is £2,338.
Parking on moving day in West Kensington & Olympia
Nothing slows a London move down like nowhere to park the van. Streets here are run by Hammersmith and Fulham Council. To guarantee space for the van, book a parking suspension:
- Notice: 8 days for up to 6 bays for up to 3 days, which covers most home moves. Weekends count.
- Cost: £48 per space per day for days 1 to 5. You only pay for days when parking controls apply in your zone.
- How: apply online. Payment must reach the council by midday on the first day of the notice period.
Source: Hammersmith and Fulham Council, suspensions and road closures. Checked October 2026.
From the team: Big events at Olympia bring traffic to Hammersmith Road. Check the events calendar before you pick a date.
Living in West Kensington & Olympia
Getting around
- West Kensington (District)
- Barons Court (District, Piccadilly)
- Kensington (Olympia) (Overground)
Parks and green space
- Holland Park, to the north
- Normand Park
Shopping and markets
- North End Road Market
- Kensington High Street
Culture
- Olympia London
- Queen’s Club
- Leighton House
Journey times from West Kensington & Olympia
The fastest weekday journey from West Kensington into London’s main hubs.
| To | Time | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Circus | 18 min | District line then Victoria line |
| Bank | 28 min | District line |
| King’s Cross | 22 min | District line then Victoria line |
| Canary Wharf | 29 min | District line then Jubilee line |
Weekday daytime, station to station. Source: TfL Journey Planner, checked October 2026. Times can change with engineering works.
London fact
Olympia opened in 1886 as the National Agricultural Hall, and it still hosts some of London’s biggest exhibitions.
For your move: Big show days bring heavy traffic to Hammersmith Road, so they’re worth avoiding for a move nearby.
Where to eat after your move in West Kensington & Olympia
Our picks for your first meals in West Kensington & Olympia.
North End Road. Middle Eastern food at fair prices.
Olympia Way. Handy for the Olympia end of W14.
Hammersmith Road. Coffee and a quick bite.
Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith. One of London’s best-known vegan restaurants.
Checked on Google Maps, October 2026. Opening hours change, so check before you go.
West Kensington & Olympia moving questions
Do I need a parking suspension in W14?
Often it helps. Hammersmith and Fulham needs 8 days’ notice for a typical home move. We’ll tell you what your street needs when we quote. Book it with Hammersmith and Fulham Council.
Can you move me in West Kensington & Olympia 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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