Kensington Gardens is a large public park in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, covering 265 acres. It was once part of Hyde Park but was separated in 1728. The gardens feature formal avenues, ornamental flower beds, and open lawns, providing a quiet retreat in central London. Key landmarks include the Albert Memorial, the Serpentine Galleries, and the Diana Memorial Playground.
The area surrounding Kensington Gardens is primarily residential, with grand Victorian and Edwardian townhouses. It is close to Kensington Palace, the official residence of several members of the royal family. The neighborhood has a mix of independent shops, cafes, and high-end boutiques along Kensington High Street. Public transport links are convenient, with several Underground stations nearby. The gardens and surrounding streets maintain a peaceful atmosphere despite being in a central location.
On average Kensington Gardens has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 148 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kensington Gardens is £67,000 per year. There are 1 schools in Kensington Gardens: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.
Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £1,077,500 in Kensington Gardens area, with individual transactions ranging from £265,500 up to £2,450,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 69 | £1,100,000 |
| Terraced | 5 | £1,050,000 |
10 years price trend in Kensington Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Kensington Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Chantry Square
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St John's Villas
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Lexham Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Cornwall Gardens
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Cornwall Gardens
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Colbeck Mews
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Marloes Road
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Collingham Road
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Courtfield Gardens
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Knaresborough Place
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Kensington Gardens
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Lexham Gardens
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Knaresborough Place
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Child's Place
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Cromwell Road
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Cromwell Road
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Barkston Gardens
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Bramham Gardens
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Marloes Road
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Cromwell Road
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Hesper Mews
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Cornwall Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Emperor's Gate
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Kensington Gardens
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Collingham Gardens
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Collingham Road
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Cromwell Road
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Cromwell Road
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Lexham Gardens
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Lexham Gardens
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Pennant Mews
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Barkston Gardens
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Gaspar Close
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Cromwell Road
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Cornwall Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Courtfield Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Gaspar Mews
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Courtfield Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Redfield Lane
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Earl's Court Gardens
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Southwell Gardens
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Cornwall Gardens
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Mcleod's Mews
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Collingham Road
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Collingham Road
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Child's Street
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Emperor's Gate
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Cromwell Road
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Lexham Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Collingham Road
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Redfield Lane
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Ashburn Gardens
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Collingham Place
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Kenway Road
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Redfield Lane
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Cromwell Road
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Cromwell Road
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Lexham Gardens
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Knaresborough Place
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Bramham Gardens
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Collingham Place
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Cromwell Road
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Devonshire Place
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St Mary's Place
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Lexham Gardens
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Hogarth Road
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Hogarth Road
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Cromwell Road
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Kensington Gardens
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Collingham Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Wallgrave Road
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Kensington Gardens
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Earl's Court Gardens
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Lexham Gardens
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Kenway Road
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Kenway Road
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Cornwall Gardens
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Cornwall Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Cromwell Road
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Marloes Road
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Bramham Gardens
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Collingham Gardens
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Redfield Lane
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Knaresborough Place
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Kensington Gardens
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Lexham Gardens
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St Mary's Gate
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Courtfield Gardens
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Penywern Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.