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South Kensington

Walton Street Office
71 Walton Street, London, SW3 2HT

0207 581 2216
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Home of London’s prestigious Museums (the Science Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum) and possibly one of the world’s best University’s – Imperial College and the amazing French Lycée Charles de Gaulle, the area has a unique feel. There has been a revival of the lower end of Exhibition Road where the area now bustles with wonderful coffee shops and restaurants whilst older shops continue to trade, such as South Kensington Books (there is also a very good pharmacy in the Tube Station). Moving nearer the Lycée you will find the well-known French book shop Librarie La Page and the newly opened Cocotte for your French “traiteur” experience. Naturally a gorgeous éclair from Maître Choux will not go amiss! As you head into Bute Street you are greeted by wonderful shops such as Six Pouce Trois Pied (six thumbs, three feet) and La Grande Bouchée delicatessen (they import their baguettes from France!) and Oddono’s for some of the best ice cream in London. The Hummingbird bakery is not far if you are still hungry or you could continue the French theme with the incredible Aux Merveilleux patisserie. Local restaurants such as Yashin Ocean House and a favourite “Chucs” are well frequented by the Locals.

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The architecture ranges from white stucco garden square such as Onslow Square, to the stunning terraced houses of Sumner Place. The area also has many apartments in roads such as Queens Gate, which leads to Hyde Park and around Onslow Gardens and Cranley Gardens. You will also find on Gloucester Road, the house where JM Barrie wrote Peter Pan. Much of the Freehold is owned by the Welcome Trust and South Kensington Estate. Local Residents may also join the South Kensington Club, a private members club, to work out and unwind or Alternatively KX Gym near Brompton Cross and the stunning Michelin Building.

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Residents are spoilt for choice when it comes to private schools – the world famous French Lycée Francais Charles de Gaulle taking prime position in the centre of the area. Other well-known schools include Faulkner House, Glendower, Queens Gate School and Mander Portman Woodward.

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Why Move to South Kensington

Fulham is one of London's most sought-after areas. It offers excellent schools, including the Lycée which attracts many French people to the area. There is a great choice of property styles, including elegant Georgian homes overlooking Parsons Green, pretty Victorian flat conversions, modern developments, Imperial Wharf with its Thames views, Edwardian homes on the popular Crabtree Estate, the famous and highly desirable Lion Houses of the Peterborough Estate and two new riverside developments; Fulham Reach and Queens Wharf, located beside Hammersmith Bridge.

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 South Kensington market?

Average Price Home
£789,600
in South Kensington

How much have average prices changed?

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1.5%
in the last 12 months

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-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 South 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
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Terraced
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Semi-Detached
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Detached
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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 South Kensington market?


How much do houses let for?
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£3,415

How much do flats let for?
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£1,629

Change in rents in the last year
3.5%
in South 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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