South Kensington
Population
19,685
Crime per 1,000 residents
821
Schools
4
Parks
9
Stations
6
GP practices
28
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
South Kensington is an affluent West London area known for museums, garden squares, embassies and elegant homes. It sits close to Chelsea, Knightsbridge and Hyde Park.
Vibe and lifestyle
Elegant, international and highly desirable with a refined residential feel. Popular with wealthy families, students, professionals and visitors.
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Safety and crime trends
16,155 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 4 schools (4 primary, 0 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 28 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 19,685 across 9,226 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £2,534,940, based on 815 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 14 supermarkets, 6 transport stations, 9 parks and 27 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 19 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.