Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London W11
Property prices, crime rates, traffic levels and market trends for Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London (W11). Everything you need to judge whether it's the right place to live.
About Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London
Kensington and Chelsea, specifically the W11 postcode area, offers a diverse living experience. The area boasts beautiful parks like Avondale Park, providing green spaces for relaxation and recreation, and leisure facilities such as Kensington Leisure Centre cater to fitness enthusiasts. However, the area also includes more deprived neighbourhoods like North Kensington, which have experienced significant social challenges in the past. While areas like Notting Hill are known for their affluent and vibrant character, other parts of W11 reflect a greater level of socio-economic disparity. Therefore, prospective residents should research specific streets and neighbourhoods within W11 to find a location that best suits their needs and preferences.
Property Prices in Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London
Median sale prices by property type, based on HM Land Registry transactions.
The typical property in Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London now sells for £1,065,000, down 8.4% from last year.
Median Price Trend
Median sale price by year, compared to Greater London and national figures.
Annual Price Growth
Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London currently offers better value, with prices rising 0.6% slower than the Greater London area average.
Properties are currently more affordable compared to Greater London trends, potentially offering good value.
Lower growth rates could present good buying opportunities — consider getting detailed property surveys and negotiating more actively on price.
Market Activity (YoY)
Market activity in Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London is notably quieter, with 11.4% fewer sales than the Greater London area average.
Activity is notably lower than Greater London averages, potentially giving buyers more negotiating power.
Crime & Safety
Recorded incidents per 1,000 households, compared to county and national averages.
Other
57% above the national average.
Property Crime
190% above the national average.
Public Order
303% above the national average.
Theft
1282% above the national average.
Violent Crime
105% above the national average.
Getting Around
Public transport in Kensington and Chelsea, specifically the W11 postcode area, is generally good, centred around the Underground network. The area is served by several stations on the Circle and Hammersmith & City lines, offering convenient access to central London and other parts of West London, for example Latimer Road station. However, the proximity of some stations to their namesake roads might not always be intuitive due to the effects of road construction projects in the past. This can be a minor inconvenience for some people. While the Tube network provides a reliable commuter option, bus services in the Borough also supplement this offering increased connectivity. The frequency and the specific bus routes vary according to location within the W11 postcode and time of day, impacting travel convenience. Commuting times will depend on the specific destination and the chosen mode of transport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are average house prices in Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London?
The median price across the most common property types is around £828,809, based on HM Land Registry data.
Is Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London a safe place to live?
Property crime here runs 190% above the national average, based on police.uk data. See the crime section above for the full breakdown by category.
Are property prices in Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London rising?
Prices have grown 2.3% annually here, compared to 3.3% nationally.
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Data sources
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Source: HM Land Registry licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Contains Royal Mail data © Royal Mail copyright and database right 2026. Source: Office for National Statistics licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Crime data sourced from police.uk and updated monthly.
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.