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Kensington

Kensington Church Street Office
105 Kensington Church Street, London, W8 7LN

0207 887 2532
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According to research, 47% of London is green space. According to one researcher we have over 8 million trees in the capital and Kensington is lucky enough to be positioned between Kensington Gardens to the east, which covers an area of 265 acres, and Holland Park to the west. Kensington Gardens was once the private gardens of Kensington Palace, and this part of the borough has been home to the Monarchy since 1689.

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Running alongside the palace is Kensington Palace Gardens where some of the most expensive homes in the world can be found. The area is steeped in history and architecture. The two churches on Kensington Church Street were designed by Father and Son duo Gilbert Scott who also designed the red telephone box. North of the High Street semi detached, or detached homes can be found in Upper Phillimore Gardens, alongside the impressive terraces of Essex Villas, Stafford Terrace and Argyll Road as well as Palace Gardens Terrace and Brunswick Gardens. South of the High Street, the area is known as the Vallotton Estate which includes stunning homes in Victoria Road and Cottesmore Gardens. Wonderful flats can be found in the numerous Edwardian mansion blocks such as Abingdon Court and Iverna Court as examples. Kensington Court are the original mansion blocks that all others were modelled on in London.

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The arrival of Equinox Gym, the Ivy Kensington and the iconic Whole Foods has provided a younger more vibrant feel to a well-established area. In addition, Japan House opened on the high street in 2018 and is the cultural home of Japan in London. Located within an impressive building it offers art, design, innovation, technology and incredible gastronomy.

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Having dropped the kids off at any one of the many local schools which include Thomas’s, Pembridge Hall and Wetherby to name but a few, parents can enjoy local shopping from Marks and Spencer’s to Snow and Rock. Restaurants include local institution Maggie Jones, Kensington Place, Launceston Place, Kitchen W8 and for some of the best ribs, try Dirty Bones. When in the area, do pop by our offices on 105 Kensington Church Street where the team will guide you on the hidden gems of the area!

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Why Move to Kensington

According to research, 47% of London is green space. According to one researcher we have over 8 million trees in the capital and Kensington is lucky enough to be positioned between Kensington Gardens to the east, which covers an area of 265 acres, and Holland Park to the west. Kensington Gardens was once the private gardens of Kensington Palace, and this part of the borough has been home to the Monarchy since 1689.

Running alongside the palace is Kensington Palace Gardens where some of the most expensive homes in the world can be found

The area is steeped in history and architecture. The two churches on Kensington Church Street were designed by Father and Son duo Gilbert Scott who also designed the red telephone box.

North of the High Street semi detached, or detached homes can be found in Upper Phillimore Gardens, alongside the impressive terraces of Essex Villas, Stafford Terrace and Argyll Road as well as Palace Gardens Terrace and Brunswick Gardens. South of the High Street, the area is known as the Vallotton Estate which includes stunning homes in Victoria Street and Cottesmore Gardens. Wonderful flats can be found in the numerous Edwardian mansion blocks such as Abingdon Court and Iverna Court as examples. Kensington Court are the original mansion blocks that all others were modelled on in London.

The arrival of Equinox Gym, the Ivy Kensington and the iconic Whole Foods has provided a younger more vibrant feel to a well-established area. In addition, Japan House opened on the high street in 2018 and is the cultural home of Japan in London. Located within an impressive building it offers art, design, innovation, technology and incredible gastronomy.

Having dropped the kids off at any one of the many local schools which include Thomas’s, Pembridge Hall and Wetherby to name but a few, parents can enjoy local shopping from Marks and Spencer’s to Snow and Rock. Restaurants include local institution Maggie Jones, Kensington Place, Lauceston Place, Kitchen W8 and for some of the best ribs, try Dirty Bones.

When in the area, do pop by our offices on 105 Kensington Church Street where the team will guide you on the hidden gems of the area!

A little bit of history
Today Fulham may be one of the most expensive and desired places to make a home in London, but it was not always the case. During the 18th Century Fulham was known for debauchery and was where wealthy Londoners came seeking gambling and prostitution. Fulham remained a working class area for some time, undergoing regeneration between World War II and 1980s to become the well-to-do area it is today.

Need to know
A loaded die is sometimes known as a 'Fulham' possibly because of the areas once corrupt reputations.

Shopping
Enjoy our Farmers' Market every Sunday in New Kings School in New Kings Road. Pick up cheese and cooked and fresh meats at Bayley and Sage delicatessen and butcher, New Kings Road. And find everything you need for the home and garden at Posh Rosh, Fulham Road.

Local sales market

Settling into 2022, there is a sense of optimism in the air coupled with steady interest in the Wandsworth property market that has rolled over from the end of 2021. If you have decided to take the next step in your property journey, please contact us today to take advantage of the market.

What's going on in the Kensington market?

Average Price Home
£789,600
in Kensington

How much have average prices changed?

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1.5%
in the last 12 months

Arrow down IconIcon set Arrow down

-3.7%
in the last 5 years


What's the average price per square foot?
Sqft IconIcon set Sqft £809 psf

What's the average price for a new home?
£955,000

Sales market in Kensington

How many homes changed hands?

1,114

in the last 12 months

Sales numbers have changed by

10.9%

year-on-year

Average price in England and Wales

£333,100

Average price in London

£712,100

By property type Apartments
Flats Outline IconIcon set Flats Outline
Terraced
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Semi-Detached
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Detached
House Outline IconIcon set House Outline
Average price £535,000 £1,085,900 £4,085,900 £3,085,900
Price Change last 12 Months -9.0% 3.0% 7.0% 15.0%
Proportion of all sales 69.0% 23.0% 3.0% 0.3%
By Number or rooms 1 2 3 4 5
Average price £535,000 £1,085,900 £4,085,900 £3,085,900 £9,085,900
Average price per square foot £955 £755 £855 £555 £655
Average rent per month £1,955 £2,755 £4,855 £3,555 £2,655

Local rental market

Settling into 2022, there is a sense of optimism in the air coupled with steady interest in the Wandsworth property market that has rolled over from the end of 2021. If you have decided to take the next step in your property journey, please contact us today to take advantage of the market.

What's going on in the Kensington market?


How much do houses let for?
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£3,415

How much do flats let for?
Flats Outline IconIcon set Flats Outline
£1,629

Change in rents in the last year
3.5%
in Kensington
By Number or rooms 1 2 3 4 5
Average price £535,000 £1,085,900 £4,085,900 £3,085,900 £9,085,900
Average price per square foot £955 £755 £855 £555 £655
Average rent per month £1,955 £2,755 £4,855 £3,555 £2,655

Number of private rented households

5,947

Average number of people per rented household

2.0

Proportion of all homes which are private rented

30.6%

Projected change in private rented households (next decade)

7.1%

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