Gentrification of Portland Road

In 1968, Tim and Penny Hicks bought the house on 157 Portland Road for 11,750 pounds. Their friends and old neighbours were shocked about their decision to move from nice and posh Chelsea to area known for criminals. Now, that house costs more than 2,000,000 pounds and Portland Road became an expensive and popular part of Notting Hill. The sweet shop and dairies had gone and even the pub had been turned into a beauty salon. There are wine bars, art gallery, beauty spa and houses worth millions. In 40 years, Portland Road has changed from slums to exclusive area.

 

 

"Notting Hill" is a famous film where action takes place in Notting Hill, London.