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Kennington West & Vauxhall North

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About

Kennington West & Vauxhall North is a residential and commercial area in Lambeth, located just south of the River Thames. The area is known for its mix of Georgian and Victorian architecture, with terraced houses and modern apartment blocks. It is well-connected by public transport, including the Northern line at Kennington and several bus routes. Vauxhall station provides links to national rail and the Victoria line.

The area includes green spaces like Kennington Park and parts of the Thames Path. Local amenities range from independent cafes to supermarkets, with a growing number of bars and restaurants. The presence of the Oval cricket ground adds a sporting element to the neighbourhood. Development in recent years has introduced new housing and office spaces, particularly around Vauxhall.

Area overview

On average Kennington West & Vauxhall North has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 160 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kennington West & Vauxhall North is £59,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Kennington West & Vauxhall North: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
160
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
39.2%
Connectivity
10/10

Area Profile

Kennington West & Vauxhall North Population
9,845
Population density
13,499.2 per km²

Demographics

British
3,463
35.18%
Other White
1,543
15.67%
African
1,342
13.63%
Caribbean
654
6.64%
Other
569
5.78%
Total population: 9,845

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,223
26.64%
Social rents from council
1,133
24.68%
Other social rented
753
16.41%
Owns with a mortgage
605
13.18%
Owns outright
506
11.02%
Total households: 4,590

Property prices in Kennington West & Vauxhall North

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £610,000 in Kennington West & Vauxhall North area, with individual transactions ranging from £145,000 up to £3,270,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats77£570,000
Terraced15£985,000

10 years price trend in Kennington West & Vauxhall North

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.