KensingtonW8
Kensington and Chelsea · London
W8 (Kensington) has experienced divergent performance metrics over the past five years. Property prices declined at a compound annual rate of -1.9%, while rental yields expanded at 6.1% annually, creating a rental-focused investment dynamic. The district's population contracted marginally by 0.3% over this period. With a trajectory score of 45.2 out of 100, W8 ranks in the 23rd percentile nationally, indicating below-average forward momentum. The postcode district occupies a late-stage gentrification position, suggesting mature urban development with established affluent demographics. This combination of price stagnation coupled with rental growth may appeal to income-oriented investors, though the trajectory score suggests limited capital appreciation prospects relative to other UK markets.
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- 1Property prices down 0.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.1% per year
- 3Population declining at 0.3% per year
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What's changing in Kensington · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.9 points this month to 47/100, driven mainly by safety.
Kensington (W8) common questions
Is Kensington up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Kensington (W8) as Late-Stage. Its trajectory score is 47/100 (Average), in the top 67% of districts nationally. The score is up 0.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Kensington safe?
Kensington has a safety score of 48/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Kensington?
The average property price in Kensington (W8) is £2.63m 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 Kensington?
The median monthly rent in Kensington (W8) is £3,637 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Kensington?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Wandsworth (SW18), Paddington (W2), Horley (RH6), Hammersmith (W6), Westminster (SW1X). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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