West Drayton

Settlement in Middlesex

England

West Drayton

West Drayton is a suburban town located in the London Borough of Hillingdon, Middlesex, England. Situated approximately 15 miles west of central London, it lies near the border of Greater London and Buckinghamshire. West Drayton is primarily a residential area, with a mix of housing developments ranging from post-war estates to more modern properties.

The town benefits from excellent transportation links, making it appealing to commuters. West Drayton railway station provides frequent services to London Paddington, with journey times of around 25 minutes. It is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities such as Slough, Reading, and Oxford. The town is conveniently located close to the M4 and M25 motorways, offering easy access to the rest of the country.

West Drayton has a small town center with a variety of shops, supermarkets, and local amenities. The nearby High Street offers a range of independent retailers, cafes, and restaurants. There are also several primary schools and secondary schools within the area, making it a popular choice for families. For recreational activities, the town is surrounded by green spaces, including parks and nature reserves.

While West Drayton does not have many notable landmarks or tourist attractions, its proximity to London and its affordable housing options make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter suburban lifestyle while still having easy access to the capital city.

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West Drayton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.50268/-0.46674643 or Grid Reference TQ0679. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Station Road bridge, West Drayton

The first West Drayton station (1838-1884) was to the left of the bridge. The current station is to the right of it.

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Ferrers Avenue, West Drayton

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Station Road, West Drayton

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An A-shaped bridge at Stockley Park

Stockley Park is effectively divided into two by a dual carriageway and this bridge enables safe pedestrian access from one side to the other.

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Bridge at the Slough Arm of the canal

Another point on the London Loop between West Drayton and Uxbridge - along with Stockley Park - where the route digresses from the Grand Union Canal before returning to it later.

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West Drayton 1st railway station (site), Greater London

Opened in 1838 by the Great Western Railway on the line from London Paddington to Reading, this station closed in 1884 when the main line was quadrupled, resulting in the current station being built 200m further east. View west towards Iver and Slough, from the current station. From 1856 it was the junction for Uxbridge Vine Street and later, Staines West. The first station was located beyond the road underbridge, at the point where the lines diverging to the right can be seen. Fore more information, see Link