House prices in Kensington and Chelsea
The average house price in Kensington and Chelsea is £1,255,567, based on the latest May 2026 HM Land Registry House Price Index. Over the past year, prices in Kensington and Chelsea have fallen sharply (-10.7%), and over the last five years they have fallen sharply (-5.3%). Five years ago the average was around £1,326,516. That puts Kensington and Chelsea 330% above the England average of £292,095. That makes Kensington and Chelsea the 1st most expensive of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, and the 313th fastest-rising over the past year.
House prices in Kensington and Chelsea peaked at around £1,656,986 (September 2022). Since 1995 the average has changed by +535.2%. Adjusted for inflation, prices are -25.6% in real terms over the last five years — so in today’s money they have lagged behind the wider cost of living. Remember this is an area average — your own home’s value depends on its exact street, size and condition.
How Kensington and Chelsea compares
| Area | Average price | 1 year | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington and Chelsea | £1,255,567 | -10.7% | -5.3% |
| England | £292,095 | +2.3% | +16.3% |
| City of Westminster | £836,331 | -22.8% | -17.5% |
| Camden | £805,837 | -6.2% | -1.8% |
| Richmond upon Thames | £788,872 | -2.5% | +9.2% |
Areas with similar house prices
- City of Westminster — £836,331
- Camden — £805,837
- Richmond upon Thames — £788,872
- Elmbridge — £750,157
- Hammersmith and Fulham — £729,407
- Islington — £669,879
Compare with the England average, or browse all areas and the latest movers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average house price in Kensington and Chelsea?
The average house price in Kensington and Chelsea is £1,255,567 as of May 2026, according to the HM Land Registry House Price Index. This is an average across all property types.
Are house prices in Kensington and Chelsea rising or falling?
Over the last 12 months, average prices in Kensington and Chelsea have fallen sharply (-10.7%). Over five years they have fallen sharply (-5.3%). Month-to-month figures can be volatile, so the yearly trend is more reliable.
How much deposit do you need to buy in Kensington and Chelsea?
On the average Kensington and Chelsea home, a 10% deposit is about £125,557, and a 5% deposit around £62,778. Your mortgage is then based on the rest — see how that looks with our mortgage calculator.
Where do house prices in Kensington and Chelsea rank in the UK?
Of 317 local authorities in England & Wales, Kensington and Chelsea is the 1st most expensive and the 313th fastest-rising this year. See the full rankings and movers.
How can I find out what my Kensington and Chelsea home is worth?
Use our free house value calculator — enter your postcode and what you paid, and it estimates today's value from Land Registry data. For a precise figure, ask a local estate agent or RICS surveyor.
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