Destination Brentford
A waterside town centre in transformation
Brentford is emerging as one of West London’s most compelling growth locations—where heritage, leisure, connectivity and investment align.
Positioned between Central London and Heathrow, and set at the meeting point of the Thames, Brent and Grand Union Canal, Brentford combines a distinctive waterside identity with access to global markets along the Golden Mile. Today, it is being reshaped through coordinated regeneration, delivering new homes, commercial space and a strengthened town centre offer.
Why Brentford
Brentford offers a combination of location, delivery and identity that is increasingly rare in London.
Its position on the A4/M4 corridor provides direct access to Heathrow and Central London, while future infrastructure such as the West London Orbital will further strengthen connectivity to labour markets and growth areas.
This connectivity is matched by proven delivery. Major regeneration is already underway, reconnecting the High Street with the waterfront and establishing a new mixed-use environment that supports residential, commercial and leisure activity.
A connected West London location with global reach
Regeneration already in delivery, not planning
A growing residential and visitor population
A distinctive waterside setting shaping long-term value
Investment Opportunities
Brentford presents a clear and investable opportunity across multiple sectors.
Mixed-use development is creating a more active and resilient town centre, with new homes, retail and leisure integrated into cohesive schemes. At the same time, new commercial space is coming forward for occupiers, while existing assets offer opportunities for repositioning and intensification.
Opportunities include:
Mixed-use development across key town centre sites
Retail and hospitality units within new schemes
Flexible workspace and SME-led growth
Asset repositioning and refurbishment
Public-private partnership opportunities
This is supported by a defined masterplan, providing clarity and confidence for long-term investment.
Development in Delivery
Brentford is not a future opportunity, it is a location in delivery.
The Brentford Project is establishing a new mixed-use neighbourhood at the centre of the town, reconnecting the High Street to the river and introducing new public spaces, homes and commercial uses. Alongside this, canal-side developments and town centre sites are bringing forward additional homes and activity.
Further opportunities across the town centre ensure that this is a sustained programme of growth, not a single phase.
Planning approvals are in place. Investment is committed. Delivery is underway.
Retail, Leisure and Hospitality
Brentford is developing a destination-led retail and leisure offer, underpinned by scale and diversity.
New space is being delivered at volume, with 14,000 sq m of retail and 8,000 sq m of leisure and cultural uses forming the backbone of the revitalised town centre. Anchors such as Morrisons and Everyman Cinema are complemented by a growing mix of cafés, restaurants, cultural anchors and independent operators.
This is creating a place that supports both everyday activity and longer visits—extending from the High Street to the waterfront and into the evening.
Visitor Economy and Activity
A coordinated programme is driving increased footfall, dwell time and spend across Brentford.
Events, markets and cultural activity are activating the town centre, while targeted support is strengthening the evening economy and broadening Brentford’s appeal as a destination.
A growing programme of events and cultural activity
Activation of public spaces and riverside locations, including close proximity to Kew Gardens, Syon Park and the West London Regional Park
Focus on both daytime and evening economy growth
A Place for Business
Brentford sits within one of London’s most productive economic corridors.
Hounslow is home to 25,500 businesses and a £14.9bn economy, providing a strong foundation for commercial growth. Brentford benefits directly from its proximity to major employers along the Great West Corridor, while supporting a growing base of independent and SME businesses within the town centre.
New commercial space, combined with increasing demand from residents and visitors, is creating a more active and diverse business environment.
“Brentford offers a rare combination of connectivity, growth and character. The scale of development, alongside the quality of the place being created, makes it an increasingly attractive location for businesses looking to establish or expand in West London.”
Local business / occupier
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Future Hounslow is a partnership & businesses have a key role to play.
Whether you are an established company, a growing SME or an investor looking at Hounslow, this is an opportunity to be part of a borough that is investing in its future.