Kensal Rise
Population
91,959
Crime per 1,000 residents
504
Schools
17
Parks
12
Stations
5
GP practices
17
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Kensal Rise is a North West London area close to Queen’s Park, Harlesden and Willesden. It offers Victorian terraces, independent cafés and Overground links.
Vibe and lifestyle
Trendy, residential and community-focused with a growing family market. Popular with young families and professionals seeking a relaxed neighbourhood feel.
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Safety and crime trends
46,341 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 17 schools (13 primary, 3 secondary and 1 special schools), alongside 17 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 91,959 across 34,463 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £672,360, based on 2,115 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 8 supermarkets, 5 transport stations, 12 parks and 1 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 6 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.