W9 in central London has experienced modest demographic change, with population growth of 0.3% over five years, whilst property prices declined at a -1.8% compound annual growth rate. Rental growth has outpaced capital appreciation significantly, posting 5.8% annual growth over the same period. The district sits at the 25th percentile nationally for trajectory, with a score of 45.6/100, indicating average performance characteristics. Currently in an active gentrification stage, W9 presents a mixed picture for investors: capital appreciation has been negative whilst rental yields have strengthened, suggesting a rental-focused rather than appreciation-focused market dynamic during this period.
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- 1Property prices down 0.8% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.8% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.3% per year
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What's changing in Maida Vale · June 2026
2 planning applications submitted in W9 over the last six months.
Maida Vale (W9) common questions
Is Maida Vale up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Maida Vale (W9) as Active. Its trajectory score is 46/100 (Average), in the top 74% of districts nationally. The score is up 4.8 points over the last 12 months.
Is Maida Vale safe?
Maida Vale has a safety score of 27/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Maida Vale?
The average property price in Maida Vale (W9) is £1.87m 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 Maida Vale?
The median monthly rent in Maida Vale (W9) is £3,232 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Maida Vale?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Lincoln (LN3), Horncastle (LN9), Market Rasen (LN8), Louth (LN11), Woodhall Spa (LN10). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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