How deprived is Kennington?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 10704 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Kennington?

Based on 138 recent sales, the median price is £480,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How safe is Kennington?

Crime level in Kennington is high with about 126 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Kennington?

There are 6,496 households in Kennington

What's the Kennington population and density?

Kennington population is 14,603 with density 14280.3 per km².

What home types are most common in Kennington?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 73.5%, terraced 12.4%.

How much social housing is near Kennington?

About 46.9% across the Kennington area.

What's the average income in Kennington?

Average resident income is about £56,198 per year.

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Q: What schools in Kennington and how are they rated?

There are 8 schools in Kennington: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / London / Lambeth / Kennington

About

Kennington is a residential and commercial ward in the London Borough of Lambeth, located south of the River Thames. The area is known for its mix of historic architecture and modern developments, with landmarks such as the Imperial War Museum and Kennington Park. It has strong transport links, including the Kennington tube station on the Northern line, connecting it to central London.

The ward features a blend of housing, from Victorian terraces to social housing estates, catering to a range of residents. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and pubs, alongside larger retail options nearby. Kennington also has several green spaces, including Kennington Park, which provides recreational areas and community events. The area has a quiet, suburban feel while remaining close to central London.

Area overview

On average Kennington has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 126 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 46.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kennington is £56,198 per year. There are 8 schools in Kennington: 3 primary (2 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

126

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

46.9%

Connectivity

9/10

Area Profile

Kennington Population

14,603

Population density

14,280.3 per km²

Demographics

British

5,039

34.5%

African

2,281

15.62%

Other White

2,128

14.57%

Caribbean

1,104

7.56%

Other

781

5.35%

Total population: 14,605

Housing

Social rents from council

1,687

25.96%

Other social rented

1,433

22.05%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,333

20.51%

Owns with a mortgage

991

15.25%

Owns outright

718

11.05%

Total households: 6,499

Property prices in Kennington

Based on 138 recent sales, the median property price is £480,000 in Kennington area, with individual transactions ranging from £170,000 up to £1,990,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	118	£450,000	£272,225	£371,000	£594,338	£780,000
Terraced	20	£1,125,500	£580,036	£851,250	£1,533,000	£1,899,750

10 years price trend in Kennington

All postcodes in Kennington

SE116SQ

Wincott Street

SE114HR

Kennington West & Vauxhall North

SE114RE

Kennington Park Road

SE115DP

Kennington West & Vauxhall North

SE115UJ

Stables Way

SE116BD

Cabanel Place

SE116PX

Cabanel Place

SE116SP

Lambeth Walk

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Data Sources

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

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