Kensington – it's the place to be...
1 December 2024Kensington is one of London’s most beautiful and popular residential areas. It has everything you might be looking for including plenty of green spaces, great restaurants and shops as well as the Natural History Museum, V&A and the Science Museum, not forgetting the royal parks and regal residences
- Kensington is bordered on the north by Notting Hill and Bayswater, on the east by Knightsbridge on the south by Chelsea and on the west by Earls Court
- With a predominance of Victorian houses offering ample space and gardens it’s no surprise that Kensington is so popular with families. It is also packed with apartments that draw young professionals to the area as well as international investors
- Home to some of London’s most popular restaurants and elegant bars there is a undeniable cosmopolitan vibe. So, whether you’re looking for a Michelin star restaurant, funky bar or a proper London pub you can take your choice. Kensington Church Street with its eclectic mix of high-end boutiques and vintage shops is a must for anyone keen on retail therapy
- Living in Kensington provides quick access across London via the Circle and District underground lines. Cycle routes take eco-commuters through some of the 250+ acres of parkland in the area. Heathrow airport is also within easy reach by road or rail
- There is a good range of well-regarded primary and secondary schools with a total of 35 state and 31 independent schools to choose from
- Home Minders are specialists in letting and managing prime houses and flats in and around Kensington and understand the market there very well. We can give you plenty of information and advice on the area.
Fun facts:
- Kensington is home to the UK’s most expensive road where mansions have sold for £400 million
- Musicians Mick Jagger, Eric Clapton and Freddie Mercury all spent time living in Kensington and JK Rowling is now a resident
- Kensington Palace has been home to royal residents for over 300 years and it was where Queen Victoria first met Albert.