A former office building in West London is being transformed into housing, with plans to create 53 new apartments in the centre of Uxbridge. The project reflects a broader shift across the capital where older commercial properties are being repurposed to meet growing housing demand.
The development, called Distrikt London West, will convert the existing office space into a range of one- and two-bedroom apartments. The homes are designed to appeal to buyers who want access to London while living in the capital’s outer boroughs.
Situated close to Uxbridge Underground Station, the scheme benefits from transport links on both the Metropolitan line and the Piccadilly line. These routes provide direct journeys to central destinations such as Baker Street, King’s Cross St Pancras and Oxford Circus. In addition, Heathrow Airport is roughly a 20-minute trip away, while the nearby A40, M25 and M4 provide convenient road connections throughout London and the South East.
Uxbridge sits within the wider West London and Heathrow economic zone, one of the capital’s most significant employment areas. More than 100,000 jobs are supported in the surrounding districts, many of them tied directly or indirectly to operations at Heathrow, alongside a large network of local businesses across neighbouring boroughs.
Inside the development, apartments will be finished with modern interiors and energy-efficient features. Selected homes will also offer buyers the opportunity to purchase parking spaces.
The scheme is being developed by Richbridge Property Group, a UK residential developer specialising in the conversion of office buildings into homes, particularly in commuter locations across London and the South East.
Sales for the development are being handled by international property consultancy LH1 Global.
Rayna Hunter, CEO of LH1 Global, said the scheme reflects continued demand for well-located housing in established outer London town centres.
Rayna said: “Uxbridge offers strong connectivity into Central London alongside access to Heathrow and a large employment base. Developments such as this demonstrate the continued demand for high-quality homes in well-connected commuter locations.”
The project also highlights a wider movement in London’s property market where redundant office space is increasingly being converted into residential accommodation to address housing shortages.
Prices at Distrikt London West are understood to begin at £270,000. Homes will be sold with 999-year leases and will not carry ground rent charges.
