How many households are in London?

There are 3,423,890 households in London

What's the London population and density?

London population is 8,799,728 with density 5597.6 per km².

What are house prices in London?

Based on 72,885 recent sales, the median price is £525,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What home types are most common in London?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 40.3%, terraced 21.2%.

What are prices by property type in London?

Latest medians: Detached £880,000, Semi-detached £620,000, Terraced £585,000, Flats £440,000.

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About

London is a major city in southeastern England, covering an area of approximately 1,572 square kilometers. It is divided into 32 boroughs and the City of London, each with distinct administrative functions. The River Thames flows through the center, shaping the city's geography and historical development. London serves as the political, economic, and cultural hub of the UK, hosting key institutions like Parliament and the Bank of England.

The region features a mix of historic landmarks and modern infrastructure, including the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the Shard. Public transport, such as the Underground and buses, connects its diverse neighborhoods. Green spaces like Hyde Park and Hampstead Heath provide recreational areas. London's population exceeds 9 million, making it one of the most populous cities in Europe.

Area Profile

London Population

8,799,728

Population density

5,597.6 per km²

Demographics

British

3,239,281

36.81%

Other White

1,290,838

14.67%

African

697,054

7.92%

Indian

656,272

7.46%

Other

416,977

4.74%

Total population: 8,799,725

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

946,379

27.64%

Owns with a mortgage

838,494

24.49%

Owns outright

710,052

20.74%

Social rents from council

413,914

12.09%

Other social rented

377,044

11.01%

Total households: 3,423,889

Property prices in London

Based on 72,885 recent sales, the median property price is £525,000 in London area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,500 up to £49,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3,298	£880,000	£478,550	£675,000	£1,300,000	£2,978,750
Flats	37,274	£440,000	£210,000	£330,000	£602,500	£1,113,053
Semi-Detached	11,422	£620,000	£385,000	£500,000	£820,000	£1,665,000
Terraced	20,891	£585,000	£350,000	£450,000	£850,000	£1,727,500

10 years price trend in London

All districts in London

Barking and Dagenham

Barnet

Bexley

Brent

Bromley

Camden

City of London

Croydon

Ealing

Enfield

Greenwich

Hackney

Hammersmith and Fulham

Haringey

Harrow

Havering

Hillingdon

Hounslow

Islington

Kensington and Chelsea

Kingston upon Thames

Lambeth

Lewisham

Merton

Newham

Redbridge

Richmond upon Thames

Southwark

Sutton

Tower Hamlets

Waltham Forest

Wandsworth

Westminster

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail