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West Kensington

Area · Inner London

B+
schoolsA+
amenitiesA+
transportA
outdoor-activitiesB+

Housing

Average sold price: £690,845

  • all dwelling types£690,845
  • terraced house prices£1,344,225
  • flats and maisonettes prices£641,446

Safety

Crime level: low

Crimes per 1,000: 67

Schools

    Transport

    • Barons Court (District)
    • Earl's Court (District)
    • West Kensington (District)
    • Kensington (Olympia) (District)
    • Shepherd's Bush (Central) (Central)

    Vibe

    Living for the weekendDinner & drinksParklifeNo car neededStudentsHighly educatedRenters

    FAQ

    Q: Is West Kensington a nice place to live?
    A: Yes, West Kensington is a very good place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B+. This means it ranks highly among places in Inner London. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
    
    Q: How safe is West Kensington?
    A: West Kensington has a low crime rate for an Inner London suburb, with around 67 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 11% below the national average, and 38% below the Inner London average.
    
    Q: What are the best schools in West Kensington?
    A: West Kensington has 84 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools are Avonmore Primary School and Kensington Primary Academy. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Cuthbert with St Matthias CofE Primary School and St Barnabas and St Philip's CofE Primary School. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.