Living in Hyde Park, London, Ontario
Hyde Park is London’s northwest corner, and one of the city’s major shopping areas. London annexed it in 1992, so most homes here are newer.
You might be worried about traffic from the busy commercial roads. Where you buy inside Hyde Park matters, so we look at it street by street.
The Bottom Line (Quick Answer)
- Hyde Park is in northwest London, Ontario. London annexed it in 1992, so most homes here are newer.
- It is one of the city’s major shopping areas. Hyde Park Road runs through the middle.
- The Ken Small Real Estate Team helps buyers across London’s northwest end. Buying with us costs $495 to start. Our 3% is paid from the seller’s side. If a seller offers less, you never pay the difference.
The short version
- Hyde Park is London’s newer, practical northwest corner.
- Shopping, services and recreation are close at hand.
- Homes here are a mix of single detached, townhouses and larger apartment buildings.
Hyde Park at a glance
| What to know | In short |
|---|---|
| Part of London? | Yes, annexed in 1992 |
| Where | Northwest London. Fanshawe Park Road to the north, Sarnia Road to the south, Hyde Park Road through the middle |
| Homes | Single detached homes, townhouses and larger apartment buildings, mostly built after 1992 |
| Shopping | Hyde Park Plaza and the power centres around it |
| Recreation | StarTech.com Community Centre; Sifton Bog nearby |
| Schools | Emily Carr Public, Sir Frederick Banting Secondary, Ste. Marguerite d’Youville Catholic Elementary |
| The trade-off | Retail traffic on Hyde Park Road and Fanshawe Park Road |
Where is Hyde Park in London?
Hyde Park is in northwest London. Fanshawe Park Road is the north edge and Sarnia Road is the south edge. Hyde Park Road runs through the middle. It was a rural corner called Hyde Park Corner until London annexed it in 1992. It has grown fast since. The feel is newer and practical.
What homes are in Hyde Park?
Homes here are a mix of single detached, townhouses and larger apartment buildings. Most were built after 1992, so a lot of the stock is newer.
The trade-off. You get modern homes and you can walk to the shops. But some pockets sit close to busy commercial roads. Where you buy inside Hyde Park matters a lot.
What do homes cost in Hyde Park?
Prices in Hyde Park move street by street, and with the age and size of the home. London’s average sale price was $591,927 in September 2026 (source: LSTAR Residential Market Activity Report, September 2026).
That is the whole city, not Hyde Park. A home here can sit well above or below it. What this means for you: the London average is not your Hyde Park number. Ask us for recent sales on the streets you like.
What shopping is in Hyde Park?
Hyde Park is one of London’s major retail destinations:
- Hyde Park Plaza and the surrounding power centres — grocery, pharmacy, medical, banking and big-box stores.
- StarTech.com Community Centre — a local recreation and event hub.
- Green space including the nearby Sifton Bog natural area.
What is everyday life like in Hyde Park?
Convenience is the draw. Most of what a household needs is a short walk or drive away. The Hyde Park Santa Claus Parade runs every year. It is a practical, family part of the city.
Is Hyde Park safe?
You will not find a safety rating here for any area, and we will not guess at one. Walk the streets you like at night and at school time before you offer. Then ask us about anything you saw.
Which schools serve Hyde Park?
Schools here include Emily Carr Public School, Sir Frederick Banting Secondary School, and Ste. Marguerite d’Youville Catholic Elementary.
School boundaries go by address. Check yours with the school board before you buy.
What it costs to buy with us
We help buyers across London’s northwest end. Here is what working with us costs, and what backs every home you buy.
It costs $495 to start. Our commission is 3%, paid from the seller’s side of the deal. If a seller offers our brokerage less than 3%, you never pay the difference.
Every number is on buyer pricing and fees. For your cash to close, use the Buyer Closing-Cost Calculator.
Every home you buy with our team is backed two ways. First, a 1-Year Canadian Home Shield SafeClose™ Warranty. If a major appliance or system breaks, it covers up to $15,000. You pay a $100 deductible. Second, our Love Your New Home Guaranteed or I’ll Sell It For Free. Don’t love the home within 24 months? We list it for free: 0% listing-side commission. That applies when you buy your next home with us, one of equal or greater value. You still pay the buyer’s agency fee. See every guarantee and its conditions.
Who Hyde Park suits, and who it does not
Hyde Park suits families and buyers who want newer homes with shopping, services and recreation close at hand. You need to be fine with busy commercial roads nearby.
It is not the right fit if you want quiet heritage streets or mature lots. Old North or Oakridge will suit you better.
What a London buyer said
★★★★★All the way from the start of the house search, Ken was there to help at every step. From setting up search criteria that exactly met our needs, to getting viewings scheduled, to providing honest feedback about the properties (which is often rare for most agents); Ken went above and beyond our expectations. 10/10 experience with Ken.
J H · Buyer · Apr 2023 · via Google
4.9 average from 14 Google reviews, as shown on our reviews page (October 2026). Three are on our reviews page, word for word.
The honest takeaway
The catch is busy commercial roads, so the street you pick matters.
Common questions about Hyde Park
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About Ken Small
Ken Small, REALTOR®, has been a real estate agent in London since 2003. He leads the Ken Small Real Estate Team at Century 21 First Canadian Corp., Brokerage. The office is at 420 York Street, London, ON N6B 1R1. RECO #4727293. Meet the team →