The Urban Area of Hanwell in the County of Greater-london

Hanwell, London: An Overview

Hanwell, in the London Borough of Ealing, is a picturesque neighbourhood bordered by the River Brent to the north and west, with the Grand Union Canal and M4 to the south. Boston Manor Station (Piccadilly Line) lies to the south, and West Ealing and the Greenford Branch stations are to the east.

Transport and Roads

Key roads include the A4020 Uxbridge Road through the town centre and the A4001 and A3002 (Boston and Lower Boston Roads). Hanwell Station (Zone 4) on the Elizabeth Line provides regular services to Heathrow and central London, while Junction 2 of the M4 is just three miles away.

Things to Do in Hanwell

  • Hanwell Zoo: Located in Brent Lodge Park, this family-friendly zoo is home to lemurs, meerkats, capybaras, and exotic birds like flamingos. It also promotes conservation and learning.
  • Canal Walks: Enjoy a peaceful walk along the Grand Union Canal's flight of seven locks.
  • Historic Sights: Marvel at the Wharncliffe Viaduct, designed by Brunel, or explore Elthorne Park and Gardens.
  • Dining and Shopping: The town centre offers a variety of shops and restaurants.

Hanwell's History

The Clocktower, built in 1937 to commemorate King George VI, stands in the heart of the town near a cafe. Music history buffs may be interested in Hanwell's connection to Jim Marshall, founder of Marshall Amplifiers. The Phoenix symbol from Hanwell's crest, meaning "Let not hardships cause dismay," reflects the town's enduring spirit.

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Hanwell offers comfortable stays, including:

Map of Hanwell


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Street Comments for Hanwell - Can you help?

Michael Gaynor Close W7

15th December 2021

I can find no information anywhere who this Michael Gaynor was or is, the estate is named after. Can you enlighten me?
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Trumpers Way W7

24th May 2021

I use to live in trumpers way at the end on the pig farm called Wincott farm .I wonder what is there now..noticed on the map opposite Where our farm was you have long wood that is wrong it is called bluebell wood and owned by the Earl of Jersey... Read more

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Stations in Hanwell

Hanwell
CRS Code:

Operator: XR

Line: Great Western Main Line

Company: TfL Rail

Postcode Sectors within Hanwell

Councils for Hanwell

Towns Nearest to Hanwell

Nearest Villages to Hanwell

Weather Forecast for Ealing

Time PeriodIconDescriptionTemperatureRain ProbabilityWind
00:00 to 03:00symbol for Partly cloudy (night)Partly cloudy (night)3.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 0.00%SE 4 mph
03:00 to 06:00symbol for Partly cloudy (night)Partly cloudy (night)3.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) 0.00%SE 4 mph
06:00 to 09:00symbol for Clear nightClear night2.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) 0.00%SE 4 mph
09:00 to 12:00symbol for Sunny daySunny day3.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) 0.00%SE 4 mph
12:00 to 15:00symbol for Sunny daySunny day6.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) 0.00%SSE 4 mph
15:00 to 18:00symbol for Sunny daySunny day7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) 0.00%S 4 mph
18:00 to 21:00symbol for Clear nightClear night5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) 0.00%SSW 4 mph
21:00 to 00:00symbol for Clear nightClear night3.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 1.00%S 4 mph

Time PeriodIconDescriptionTemperatureRain ProbabilityWind
00:00 to 03:00symbol for Clear nightClear night2.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) 1.00%SSW 4 mph
03:00 to 06:00symbol for Partly cloudy (night)Partly cloudy (night)1.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) 2.00%S 4 mph
06:00 to 09:00symbol for OvercastOvercast1.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) 11.00%SSW 2 mph
09:00 to 12:00symbol for OvercastOvercast3.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) 9.00%SSW 4 mph
12:00 to 15:00symbol for OvercastOvercast6.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) 8.00%SSW 4 mph
15:00 to 18:00symbol for Sunny daySunny day8.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) 2.00%SSW 7 mph
18:00 to 21:00symbol for Partly cloudy (night)Partly cloudy (night)6.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) 2.00%S 7 mph
21:00 to 00:00symbol for Partly cloudy (night)Partly cloudy (night)5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 2.00%S 7 mph

Time PeriodIconDescriptionTemperatureRain ProbabilityWind
00:00 to 03:00symbol for CloudyCloudy5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 5.00%SSW 7 mph
03:00 to 06:00symbol for Partly cloudy (night)Partly cloudy (night)5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 3.00%S 7 mph
06:00 to 09:00symbol for CloudyCloudy5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 6.00%SSW 7 mph
09:00 to 12:00symbol for Partly cloudy (day)Partly cloudy (day)6.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) 3.00%S 9 mph
12:00 to 15:00symbol for CloudyCloudy9.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) 6.00%SSW 11 mph
15:00 to 18:00symbol for CloudyCloudy10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) 11.00%SSW 11 mph
18:00 to 21:00symbol for OvercastOvercast9.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) 21.00%SSW 9 mph
21:00 to 00:00symbol for CloudyCloudy8.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) 15.00%SW 7 mph

Time PeriodIconDescriptionTemperatureRain ProbabilityWind
00:00 to 03:00symbol for Clear nightClear night7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) 5.00%WSW 7 mph
03:00 to 06:00symbol for Clear nightClear night5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) 5.00%W 4 mph
06:00 to 09:00symbol for Clear nightClear night4.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 2.00%WNW 4 mph
09:00 to 12:00symbol for CloudyCloudy4.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) 4.00%NW 4 mph
12:00 to 15:00symbol for CloudyCloudy7.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) 4.00%NW 4 mph
15:00 to 18:00symbol for CloudyCloudy8.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) 5.00%N 4 mph
18:00 to 21:00symbol for CloudyCloudy6.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) 5.00%N 4 mph
21:00 to 00:00symbol for CloudyCloudy5.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) 4.00%N 4 mph

Schools in Hanwell

Mayfield Primary School

Phase: Primary

Address: High Lane , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 3RT

Headteacher: Ms Joanna Jordan (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Good

St Mark's Primary School

Phase: Primary

Address: Lower Boston Road , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 2NR

Headteacher: Co Headteacher Ms Sophie Liardet and Mrs Kate Jones (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Good

Brentside High School

Phase: Secondary

Address: Greenford Avenue , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 1JJ

Headteacher: Ms Charlotte Hames (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Good

Brentside Primary School

Phase: Primary

Address: Kennedy Road , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 1JL

Headteacher: Mrs Melody Moran (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

St Ann's School

Phase: Not applicable

Address: Springfield Road , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 3JP

Headteacher: Mr Timothy Holdsworth (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Phase: Primary

Address: York Avenue , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 3HU

Headteacher: Mr Julian Rakowski (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Good

Hobbayne Primary School

Phase: Primary

Address: Greenford Avenue , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 1HA

Headteacher: Mrs Sharmaine Yoosuf (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Good

Drayton Manor High School

Phase: Secondary

Address: Drayton Bridge Road , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 1EU

Headteacher: Ms Lisa Mills (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Ysgol Gymraeg Llundain, London Welsh School

Phase: Not applicable

Address: Hanwell Community Centre , Westcott Crescent , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 1PD

Headteacher: Ms Julie Watkins (Lead Teacher)

Ofsted Rating: Good

Oaklands Primary School

Phase: Primary

Address: Oaklands Road , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 2DP

Headteacher: Ms Tessa Hodgson (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Elthorne Park High School

Phase: Secondary

Address: Westlea Road , Hanwell , London
Postcode: W7 2AH

Headteacher: Mr Eliot Wong (Headteacher)

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Street List for Hanwell