Exceptional new family homes in prime central London

When you picture a smart new development in central London, you’re probably more likely to imagine a young professional than a young child living there. But that market’s rapidly changing.

Today’s prime central London residential developments have a lot to offer families. With locations near excellent schools, parks and sporting facilities, and convenient on-site amenities and support services, many best-in-class new build homes have been created with family needs central to their offering.

It takes a village to raise a family, but many parents don’t live anywhere near their families these days. Residential developments place a firm focus on community. You can meet like-minded people and forge fabulous family friendships. On top of that, some developments offer fantastic childcare services and facilities.

Tom Rundall, a Partner in the Prime Central London Developments team explains, “Families continue to be attracted to the capital’s prime central developments due to the enhanced lifestyle amenities they offer. That could be a 24 hour concierge or on site security team for extra peace of mind, or an array of health and wellness activities.”

“Why settle for traditional London housing stock when you can have the best of 21st century living in new buildings? They have interiors curated by award winning designers and architects, and an in-house team at your disposal providing support and entertainment for you, your family and friends,” he adds.

Discover five incredible prime central London developments that make wonderful places for families to call home.                       

Holland Park Gate, Kensington W8

“Kensington’s always appealed to families from around the globe so it was no surprise that Lodha wanted to bring their bespoke service offering at One Grosvenor Square in Mayfair, delivered by Saint Amand, to Holland Park Gate but with a major focus on families,” explains Tom Rundall, a Partner in the Prime Central London Developments team.

The new Holland Park Gate development consists of four elegant buildings housing generously proportioned one to four bedroom luxury apartments. The high quality finish and attention to detail is evident throughout the exquisite space. A leafy landscaped courtyard surrounds the development, and with Holland Park across the road, there’s a definite feeling of being connected to green space.

A tranquil oasis in West London, Holland Park makes a fantastic home for families. It’s a wonderfully green urban environment with the 54 acre Holland Park nestled alongside the appealing mix of shops and restaurants on Kensington High Street.

That vast green space is an incredible asset for families of all ages. Young children will enjoy the adventure playground – one of London’s finest – the Japanese Gardens, the woodlands and the peacocks. There’s a range of sports classes, teams and coaching opportunities for children, including football (Little Foxes), netball (net-it), tennis (Teddy tennis) and cricket. Older children can take golf lessons and the park’s fantastic for running.

Active families will also enjoy the on-site facilities at Holland Park Gate too. And these facilities are another level - five star hotel hospitality level. There’s a 25 metre vitality swimming pool, fully equipped gym, yoga studio, sauna and steam room, and private treatment rooms. An amazing offering for parents is that the concierge can organise children’s swimming lessons there. Next to the gym, there’s a great children’s play area with supervised play sessions on Saturday mornings. While the kids play, you can work out, zone out or get pampered.

Further help for residents includes a dedicated music room, so kids can make noise and mess away from your beautiful home. There’s a house car to help parents with school drop off. After school, meeting rooms are set aside for tutoring. The development has a partnership with a leading educational consultancy, Keystone Tutors, to help you navigate important educational decisions.

One of the main attractions to the area for parents is the proximity to well respected schools. St Paul’s, Latymer, Thomas’s, Wetherby, Kensington Prep and The French Lycée are all within 15 minutes of Holland Park Gate. Prestigious senior schools including Godolphin & Latymer, Westminster and Latymer Upper School are also within easy reach.

Holland Park Gate presents a wonderful opportunity for families to start a new chapter and enjoy an exceptional way of life. Prices start from £2,775,000

Chelsea Barracks, Belgravia SW1W

With its prestigious Belgravia address, grand residences and timeless elegance, Chelsea Barracks is a development like no other. Its magnificent townhouses, along with spacious apartments and penthouses, redefine luxury living for wealthy families.

Designed and developed by world-renowned architects, best-in-class landscapers, and fine artisans, every detail of Chelsea Barracks is carefully considered and steeped in the rich heritage of London. Each home is immaculately tailored for modern-day living, offering exceptional spaces for family life.

Convenience is central to life here. There’s a 24 hour concierge and security for constant support and peace of mind. Exclusive to residents, the on-site Garrison Club provides a spa with a gym, residents’ lounges, billiards room, cinema, business suites and boardrooms, children’s playroom, and state-of-the-art racquets club.       

Its Belgravia location is awash with fine dining, luxury boutiques, art and antiquity collections. Esteemed schools including Eaton Square, Hill House and Hampshire School are nearby. For university students, University College London, University of Westminster and Chelsea College of Arts all have campuses in the area. Prices start from £3,300,000                           

Knightsbridge Gate, Knightsbridge SW1X

Behind the beautiful, historic exterior lies 15 meticulously designed apartments of the highest specification offering best in class residential accommodation. With up to six bedrooms, the exquisite apartments boast an abundance of space and light. The generous floor space is unusual for such a prestigious, prime location.

Knightsbridge Gate offers the best of old and new, with its elegantly restored period façade, exquisite contemporary interiors and an exceptional level of craftsmanship in every considered detail. Security’s of paramount importance and a 24 hour concierge as well as underground parking ensure that.

At Knightsbridge Gate the apartments have been designed with families in mind with 80% being three, four or five bedroom configurations. Most of the apartments have outside space and there’s also a residents’ lobby and courtyard for families to relax in.

Families will love the proximity to Hyde Park and its 350 acre lush landscape. It’s a wonderful space for mini adventures with young ones - engaging with nature, enjoying the playground, Serpentine lake or sports facilities. The sought after location is brimming with the best of London shopping, dining and entertainment. Prices from £2,550,000

The Bryanston, Hyde Park W1H 7BZ

Also near Hyde Park, The Bryanston comprises 54 exceptional residences and spectacular views across the city. It’s an impeccable development in a prestigious central London location.

The one to six bedroom homes have been elegantly designed with huge windows to maximise the panoramic views. Nestled between three Royal Parks, it’s mere minutes away from Selfridges and the preeminent shops, restaurants, and hotels of Park Lane and Mayfair.

Families can benefit from exclusive Rhodium concierge services, secure underground car parking with a 24-hour valet and two floors of five-star amenities. An engaging children’s play space and 25 metre pool will delight kids and parents alike. Prices from £2,400,000

100 George Street, Marylebone W1U 8NU

The super desirable Marylebone Village area’s undergoing an extensive transformation. This development is one of the few remaining opportunities to buy in this unique part of London.

Designed for cosmopolitan city living, 100 George Street is an exceptional collection of 41 residences ranging from one to four bedroom apartments. The Georgian-inspired architecture blends with exquisite materiality, craft, and attention to detail, to create sophisticated homes underpinned by timeless elegance.

This visionary redevelopment will link office, residential and incredible retail spaces with a beautiful garden courtyard. At its heart, there’ll be a thriving community defined by exceptional taste and quality. It supports sustainable, high-quality living for residents and the wider community.

There’s an expected completion date of early 2025. Prices from £1,850,000                                                       

To enquire about a new home in London, contact our Prime Central London Developments team.