Shepherd’s Bush Area Guide

Shepherd’s Bush is an affluent and very active area in West London, 4.9 miles west of Charing Cross. It has extensive retail facilities, including the Westfield Shopping Centre, the largest urban shopping centre in Europe. Shepherd's Bush has the postal code W12.

The area has fantastic transport links. It is serviced by five underground stations which together link Shepherd’s Bush to the Central, Hammersmith & City and London Overground lines. Shepherd’s Bush Green – a roughly 8 acre area of open grass and roads - is a major transport hub, and is serviced by 13 regular bus routes. Shepherd’s Bush has superb entertainment provisions and arts facilities.

For a great location with good transport links and a variety of things on offer, considering relocating your business to Shepherd’s Bush.

What businesses does Shepherd’s Bush suit?

Companies that value entertainment provisions will find Shepherd’s Bush an enviable location. The area’s great transport links and close proximity to central London mean it is also good for companies who need regular mobility around central London but appreciate the advantages of living in a suburban area.

Small businesses may also find the costs of living out of central London to be more appropriate to their budget.

Transport

Shepherd’s Bush is serviced by five underground stations – Shepherd’s Bush, Goldhawk Road, Shepherd’s Bush Market, White City, and Wood Lane. These offer unparalleled mobility around the area itself, and also rapid transport into the inner City.

Liverpool Street: 26 minutes
Canary Wharf: 41 minutes
Waterloo: 28 minutes
Bank: 23 minutes

Eating

Due to its emphasis on retail and culture, Shepherd’s Bush has some fantastic eateries. Mimouza (21 Shepherds Bush Green, London, W12 8PH) is an authentically themed Moroccan restaurant complete with exotic music, costumed servers and delicious food. Alternatively, check out Tatra (24 Goldhawk Rd, Sheperd's Bush, London W12 8DH) which offers up Polish and Eastern European cuisine from a menu that changes daily, along with an extensive vodka menu including flavoured home-made vodkas. Shepherd’s Bush is also home to many Italian restaurants and pizzerias, authentic Mexican restaurants and a number of upbeat cafes. There’s something for everyone, whatever your culinary tastes.

Going Out

Pub-wise, the Princess Victoria (217 Uxbridge Road, Shepherd's Bush, London, W12 9DH) is a good choice. Housed in a beautiful building that has been lovingly restored, it offers a fantastic range of gastronomic food and a wine list with over 350 bottles. Albertine Wine Bar (1 Wood Lane, Shepherds Bush, London, W12 7DP) is a very stylish local bar filled with candles and relaxed pipe music, attracting a sophisticated clientele.

If you’re looking to continue your night after closing time, you have a lot of choice, and many of the clubs have unique selling points, such as Ginglik (1 Shepherds Bush Green, London, W12 8PH). Housed in a former underground public toilet, it offers a dark and individual clubbing experience that incorporates excellent DJs and obliging staff.

Local Attractions

Shepherd's Bush Market in London Shepherd’s Bush Market
One of the busiest markets in London, Shepherd’s Bush Market is a local affair that brings together many of the area’s multicultural inhabitants resulting in an event with a distinctly worldly feel. The market is particularly well suited to food shopping – you’ll find authentic Asian spices, vegetables and West Indian cuisine.

Shepherd’s Bush Empire
From local bands to internationally-renowned performers, no musical act escapes the Shepherd’s Bush Empire. The venue was built in 1903 and continues to thrive to this day.

Office Space in Shepherd's Bush

Workspace Group has a variety of offices to let in the Shepherd's Bush area, ranging from office space to studios to rent. Below is a selection of our most popular properties.

If your business has links to the film and post-production industries – and you value a vibrant nightlife – Soho is the perfect location for office space. Or if you work closely with the financial industry, you might want to consider relocating to Bank, which is right in the middle of London’s financial districts. If you’d like a free consultation on the availability and benefits of our office space around London give us a call on 0207 247 7614.

Commercial Property in Shepherd's Bush

Find commercial property in Shepherd's Bush with Workspace Group, we have a great range of properties throughout London including office space, studio space, serviced offices, workshops and industrial units and all available to rent on flexible & affordable terms.