SE24 encompasses parts of Herne Hill and Brixton in South London, classified as late-stage gentrification with a trajectory score of 39.1/100, placing it in the fourth percentile nationally. Property prices have declined at an annual rate of 0.6% over five years, whilst rental growth has expanded at 5.0% annually in the same period. Population growth remains minimal at 0.1% over five years, suggesting stability rather than expansion. The divergence between negative capital appreciation and positive rental yields indicates a rental-focused market dynamic, where income generation may outpace property value growth. These metrics suggest the area has undergone substantial transformation but presents mixed signals for different investment approaches.
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- 1Property prices down 0.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Herne Hill · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.4 points this month to 39/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
23 planning applications submitted in SE24 over the last six months.
Herne Hill (SE24) common questions
Is Herne Hill up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Herne Hill (SE24) as Late-Stage. Its trajectory score is 39/100 (Average), in the top 95% of districts nationally. The score is up 1.8 points over the last 12 months.
Is Herne Hill safe?
Herne Hill has a safety score of 71/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Herne Hill?
The average property price in Herne Hill (SE24) is £1.09m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.4% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Herne Hill?
The median monthly rent in Herne Hill (SE24) is £2,367 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Herne Hill?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Islington (N1), Clerkenwell (EC1V), Stockwell (SW9), Clerkenwell (EC1R), Kings Cross (N1C). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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