Living in Kensington
Prime west London with museums, parks, mansion blocks, and some of the highest rents in the app.
1-bed rent
£2,400/mo
2-bed rent
£3,100/mo
Transport zone
Zone 1
Fastest commute
~10 min
Transport from Kensington
High Street Kensington
Kensington is served by the Circle and District.
Commute times from Kensington
Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.
| Destination | Commute time |
|---|---|
| Marylebone | ~10 min |
| Victoria | ~10 min |
| Oxford Circus / Soho | ~10 min |
| Paddington | ~10 min |
| Waterloo | ~13 min |
| King's Cross / St Pancras | ~14 min |
| Bank / City | ~17 min |
| London Bridge | ~18 min |
| Liverpool Street | ~19 min |
| Canary Wharf | ~28 min |
Kensington lifestyle profile
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Safety
Transport
Lively
Green space
Young professionals
Nightlife
Kensington strengths
- ✓Excellent museums and Hyde Park access
- ✓Beautiful streets and housing stock
- ✓Central west location
Trade-offs
- →Very expensive
- →Less young/social than nearby Notting Hill
- →Nightlife is restrained
Who Kensington suits best
- →young professionals and career-focused people
- →sporty and fitness-focused people
- →people looking for a well-rounded area with no major trade-offs
Frequently asked questions
What is Kensington like to live in?
Prime west London with museums, parks, mansion blocks, and some of the highest rents in the app. The main strengths are excellent museums and hyde park access and beautiful streets and housing stock.
What is the average rent in Kensington?
The average 1-bedroom flat in Kensington costs around £2,400 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £3,100 per month (market review estimate).
How long is the commute from Kensington?
The fastest commute from Kensington is to Marylebone at approximately 10 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 17 minutes.
Is Kensington a good area to live in London?
Kensington is in Kensington & Chelsea, Zone 1. It's well-suited to young professionals and career-focused people. The main trade-off is: very expensive.
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