SW6 (Fulham and parts of Chelsea) has experienced contrasting dynamics over the past five years. Property prices declined at a compound annual rate of -1.8%, while rental growth advanced at 5.8% annually, indicating a widening gap between purchase and lettings markets. Population growth remained subdued at 0.2% over five years, suggesting limited demographic expansion despite active gentrification characteristics in the district. With a trajectory score of 48.4 out of 100—placing it at the 40th percentile nationally—SW6 demonstrates average performance relative to UK postcode districts. The disconnect between negative capital appreciation and strong rental yields reflects typical conditions in established, affluent London neighbourhoods undergoing selective regeneration rather than broad-based expansion.
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- 1Property prices down 0.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.8% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.2% per year
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What's changing in Fulham · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.7 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by safety.
Fulham (SW6) common questions
Is Fulham up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Fulham (SW6) as Active. Its trajectory score is 49/100 (Average), in the top 55% of districts nationally. The score is up 1.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Fulham safe?
Fulham has a safety score of 26/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Fulham?
The average property price in Fulham (SW6) is £1.20m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.8% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Fulham?
The median monthly rent in Fulham (SW6) is £3,232 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Fulham?
Neighbouring postcode districts include West Brompton (SW10), Wimbledon (SW19), Shepherds Bush (W12), Clapham (SW4), Battersea (SW11). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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