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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Kensington Gardens
W85UH
Chantry Square
SW50RD
Hogarth Road
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Cromwell Road
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Ashburn Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Cromwell Road
W85JQ
Lexham Gardens
W85LW
Beatrice Place
W85UJ
Chantry Square
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Collingham Road
SW50PT
Earl's Court Gardens
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Kensington Gardens
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Harrington Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Old Manor Yard
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Kensington Gardens
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St Mary's Gate
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Collingham Place
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Cromwell Road
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Kenway Road
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Cromwell Road
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Cornwall Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Knaresborough Place
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Earl's Court Gardens
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Cornwall Gardens
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Ashburn Place
W85JL
Lexham Gardens
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Courtfield Mews
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Laverton Mews
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Cromwell Road
W85JD
Kensington Gardens
W85UA
Marloes Road
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Barkston Gardens
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Bramham Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Earl's Court Gardens
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Cornwall Gardens
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Barkston Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Courtfield Gardens
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Hogarth Road
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Knaresborough Place
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Hogarth Road
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Collingham Road
W85LP
Beatrice Place
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Cornwall Gardens
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Emperor's Gate
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Cromwell Road
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Barkston Gardens
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Bramham Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Lexham Gardens
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Lexham Gardens
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Marloes Road
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Laverton Place
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Collingham Gardens
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Collingham Road
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Hogarth Road
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Child's Street
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Ashburn Gardens
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Emperor's Gate
W85JJ
Cromwell Road
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Lexham Gardens
SW50LS
Collingham Road
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Wallgrave Road
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Kenway Road
SW74DS
Cromwell Road
SW74JA
Emperor's Gate
W85LL
Marloes Road
W85UN
Kensington Gardens
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Collingham Place
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Collingham Place
SW50QJ
Hogarth Road
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Cromwell Road
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Earl's Court Gardens
SW59RU
Kensington Gardens
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Cornwall Gardens
SW74DB
Courtfield Road
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Cromwell Road
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Cromwell Road
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Cromwell Road
W85LH
Marloes Road
W85UF
Chantry Square
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St John's Villas
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.