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West Kensington

About

West Kensington is a residential ward in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, located between Earl’s Court and Hammersmith. The area is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with modern apartment blocks. It has good transport links, with West Kensington and Barons Court tube stations serving the District and Piccadilly lines.

The ward includes commercial stretches along North End Road and Fulham Road, featuring shops, cafes, and local businesses. West Kensington is close to major attractions like Olympia London and Kensington High Street. The area has a mix of long-term residents and younger professionals, with several schools and green spaces such as Avonmore Playground.

Area overview

On average West Kensington has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 105 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Kensington is £57,500 per year. There are 1 schools in West Kensington: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
105
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
36.3%
Connectivity
8/10
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