South Kensington is a well-known district in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It is home to several prestigious cultural institutions, including the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the Science Museum. The area also features Imperial College London, one of the UK’s leading universities. The architecture is a mix of grand Victorian and Edwardian buildings, with many converted into luxury apartments and townhouses.
The neighborhood has a strong international influence, reflected in its restaurants, cafes, and shops. Popular spots include the Michelin-starred Launceston Place and the bustling Gloucester Road. South Kensington is well-connected by public transport, with the Underground’s District, Circle, and Piccadilly lines serving the area. Nearby green spaces like Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens provide a contrast to the urban surroundings. The area attracts both tourists and affluent residents, making it a blend of residential and commercial activity.
On average South Kensington has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 239 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Kensington is £91,100 per year. There are 8 schools in South Kensington: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.
Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £1,368,000 in South Kensington area, with individual transactions ranging from £465,000 up to £7,625,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 58 | £1,225,000 |
| Terraced | 11 | £2,925,000 |
10 years price trend in South Kensington
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Bina Gardens
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Cromwell Road
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Neville Street
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Roland Gardens
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Harrington Gardens
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Stanhope Gardens
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Harrington Road
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Roland Gardens
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Onslow Gardens
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Sumner Place
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Pelham Street
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Cranley Mews
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Astwood Mews
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Ashburn Place
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Hereford Square
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Brechin Place
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Queen's Gate Place
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Bolton Gardens
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Cranley Gardens
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Cranley Gardens
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Harrington Gardens
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Queen's Gate Place
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Sydney Close
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Cranley Gardens
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Clareville Grove
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Queen's Gate Place
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Cromwell Road
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Drayton Gardens
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Drayton Gardens
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Ashburn Place
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Harrington Gardens
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Stanhope Gardens
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Queensberry Place
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Clareville Street
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Sydney Close
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Bina Gardens
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Queensberry Place
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Queensberry Place
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Bute Street
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Kendrick Mews
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Rosary Gardens
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Brechin Place
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Collingham Gardens
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Queensberry Place
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Queensberry Place
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Queensberry Mews West
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Cranley Place
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Brechin Place
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Courtfield Road
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Courtfield Road
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Manson Mews
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Queen's Gate Place
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Cromwell Road
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Thistle Grove
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Cromwell Road
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Onslow Gardens
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Harrington Gardens
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Wetherby Gardens
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Brechin Place
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Hereford Square
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Manson Place
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.