West London & Ealing Property Market Update: Spring 2026
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In West London — particularly across Ealing, Acton and Chiswick — rental demand remains especially strong, driven by corporate relocations and proximity to Japanese Saturday schools. The wider London market continues to show resilience heading into Spring 2026, with particular pressure on family-sized properties in areas with good school catchments. Much of that pressure comes from corporate relocations, which we cover in our guide to letting to Japanese corporate tenants.
Average rental prices in Ealing have increased by approximately 4% year-on-year, with two-bedroom flats now averaging around £1,800-2,200 pcm. Three-bedroom houses command £2,800-3,500 pcm depending on condition and proximity to stations.
The sales market has shown more nuanced performance. Properties priced under £500,000 continue to move quickly, driven by first-time buyers benefiting from the stamp duty threshold. The upper end of the market (£1m+) has seen longer marketing periods but stronger final prices.
Properties within walking distance of Elizabeth Line stations — including Ealing Broadway, Acton Main Line and West Ealing — command a premium of approximately 5-8% over comparable properties further away, reflecting the value commuters place on direct access into central London.
Looking ahead, we expect rental demand to remain strong through the summer relocation season. Landlords considering letting their property should aim to have it market-ready by May to capture this peak demand. If you let, it is worth checking your tenancy is current with the Renters' Rights Act 2025; tenants new to the area can start with our complete guide to renting in London.
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