St Margarets

St Margarets is a residential district situated between the Thames and the River Crane in West London. The area combines Victorian and contemporary homes with green spaces and a street-based community layout centered around local shops and amenities.

The area takes its name from St Margaret's House, a country estate built in 1827 for Archibald Kennedy, the first Marquess of Ailsa. From 1856 the Royal Naval School occupied the house and expanded into an adjacent building to serve its pupils.

Independent shops and cafes line Crown Road, serving as gathering places where locals meet and spend time together. The street reflects how the community values personal connections and local businesses over chain stores.

St Margarets railway station connects the area to central London, while two local bus routes provide links to nearby towns. The station opened in the 19th century and remains the primary transit hub for the residential community.

The area is bounded by two rivers rather than one, which historically created a sense of separation from the wider city. This geographic isolation gave the district a village-like character that remains visible in its layout and community feel today.