Is Westfield Stratford the same as Shepherd's Bush?

Westfield London is located in Shepherd's Bush in west London, close to the Shepherd's Bush Overground station. Westfield Stratford City is next to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park (the site of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games) in Stratford in east London.

What is the difference between Westfield Stratford and Shepherd's Bush?

Shepher'd Bush is a bit more upmarket with a bit called the Village; Stratford (which might be a bit bigger now) has more High St chains and shops. Other than that not a lot in it esp now Stratford is zone 2. If they're really keen they can go to both.

What are the two Westfields in London?

Looking for the ultimate shopping destination? Both Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City have everything you need.

How far is Shepherd's Bush train station from Westfield?

The journey takes approximately 4 min. How far is it from Shepherd's Bush Market Station to Westfield London? The distance between Shepherd's Bush Market Station and Westfield London is 1 miles.

What was the original name of Shepherd's Bush?

There appears to have been an ancient custom of pruning a hawthorn bush to provide a shelter for shepherds protecting them from the elements as they watched their flocks. Alternatively the neighbourhood may simply be named after a local landowner. In 1635 the area was recorded as "Sheppards Bush Green".

Westfield shepherds bush

Is Shepherd's Bush a nice area?

Why Shepherd's Bush is a good place to live. Living in Shepherd's Bush offers a dynamic blend of rich heritage, vibrant cultural atmosphere, and an assortment of amenities at your fingertips.

What is the drug problem in Shepherd's Bush?

Residents living near Shepherds' Bush Green have been left terrified as people smoke crack on their doorsteps. Residents in Sterne Street, Tadmor Street, Bourbon Lane and Caxton Road, have seen drug addicts smoking, using needles and defecating on the street – even during the school run.

Is there a tube from Stratford to Shepherd's Bush?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Stratford station to Shepherd's Bush every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 31 min.

Is White City or Shepherd's Bush station close to Westfield?

The nearest railway station is Shepherd's Bush. The Shepherd's Bush Overground Station is located at the south eastern corner of the shopping centre, opposite the Southern Interchange entrance to the Southern Terrace. This is close to The Village shopping area and House of Fraser.

What train station for Westfield shopping centre Stratford?

The nearest railway station is Stratford and Stratford International. Westfield Stratford City is served by TFL Rail, National Rail and high speed trains. From Kent and London St Pancras to Stratford International Station.

What is London's most famous shopping street called?

Wander along Oxford Street – one of the most famous London shopping streets – which is home to more than 300 shops, designer outlets, high-street chains and landmark stores.

Are there two Stratford in London?

'Stratford East' however is not a location; the 'East' is used to differentiate between Stratford (east London) and Stratford-upon-Avon.

Which is bigger, Westfield Stratford or Westfield London?

4. Westfield Stratford City, London (184,100 m²) The second and slightly smaller (not by much!) Westfield shopping centre in London offers groups another fantastic retail experience, but across to the east of the city next door to the Queen Elizabeth II Olympic Park.

Is Shepherd's Bush an expensive area?

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham is the fourth most expensive borough in London, but prices in Shepherd's Bush tend to be affordable than in neighbouring Hammersmith, and many families tend to choose to settle down here in favour of the more pricey Chelsea and Kensington.

Which zone is Westfield Shepherd's Bush in?

(Zone 2) Live The station is currently quiet.

What to do near Westfield Shepherd's Bush?

Is Shepherd's Bush safe for tourists?

Violent crime against tourists is very, very rare anywhere in London. The results are quite interesting. For Hammersmith and Fulham borough, for example, the violent crime rates in Shepherds Bush are no worse than 'posh' Parsons Green.

Is Shepherd's Bush a poor area?

The main themes covered are: population, health, deprivation, crime, education and qualifications, housing tenure, economic activity and local economy. The ward is ranked the third most deprived area in Hammersmith and Fulham. The overall population is middle- aged and young, single and relatively skilled.

Why is it called shepherd's bush?

At the heart of Shepherd's Bush is the Green, a triangle of common land, where drovers used to rest and graze sheep on the way to the market at Smithfield. This is probably how the place got its name.

What is the crime rate in Shepherd's Bush?

Annual total crime rate in your local area is 467 crimes per thousand resident population. This can be rated as 8 out of 10 or high crime level compared to other local areas in England and Wales.

What sort of area is Shepherd's Bush?

Shepherds Bush is located in the West London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. It's an area that has become increasingly popular with Londoners over the years, thanks to its proximity to zone 1, the thriving, friendly community, and huge investment in its local amenities.

What is the ethnic makeup of Shepherds Bush?

In Shepherds Bush Green ward: 47.4% of residents described themselves as White (London average is 53.8%) 23% of residents described themselves as Black, Black British, Caribbean or African ethnicity (London average is 13.5%) 11.8% of residents described themselves as Asian or British Asian (London average is 20.8%)

Is White City or Shepherd's Bush close to Westfield?

There are also two other stations close by; White City and Shepherd's Bush Market.

How long is it from London to Stratford by train?

On average, it takes around 14 minutes to travel from London to Stratford (London) by train, although you can get there in 6 minutes on the fastest services. With 485 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

Is Stratford the same as Westfield?

Two large Westfield shopping centres (or 'malls' if you prefer the American term) are within easy reach of central London. One in west London (Westfield London) and another in east London (Westfield Stratford).