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33,950
Population
14,777
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£56,330
Avg. household income
1,957
Businesses
12,192
People per km²
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About Kensal Town

Kensal Town, located in the Greater London area of W10, offers a blend of residential and commercial spaces. The area is primarily known for its Victorian and Edwardian architecture, which adds character to the streets. Local amenities include a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants catering to different tastes. The nearby Kensal Green Cemetery, one of the oldest in London, is a notable landmark and is known for its impressive monuments and gardens.

Transport links are convenient, with both the London Overground and Bakerloo Line providing easy access to central London and surrounding areas. The community is diverse, with a mix of long-standing residents and newcomers. Parks and green spaces in the vicinity offer opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Overall, Kensal Town presents a blend of urban living with a sense of community.

School Ratings in Kensal Town

Families in Kensal Town have access to 817 local schools. Chelsea Community Hospital School, All Saints Catholic College and Kensington Aldridge Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Kensal Town

Homes sell for an average of £973K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £680K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Kensal Town

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Kensal Town, with 828 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Kensal Town

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Kensal Town within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Kensal Town

There are 190 GP surgeries within three miles of Kensal Town, the nearest being Srikrishnamurthy Harrow Road Surgery (144 yards away).

Local Data for Kensal Town

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Property Prices 1,847 sales

Average Price £973K
£500 , £23.92M
Detached £4.89M 13
Semi £3.81M 19
Terraced £1.26M 536
Flat £680K 1,136

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

329 Primary
79 Secondary
409 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 13
Requires improvement 4
Inadequate 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the W10 postcode area.

Queen's Park Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles North West Locality Hub Lead -Queen's Park Children's Centre Good 0.2 miles Harrow Road Children's Centre 0.2 miles Mary Paterson Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.2 miles Dorothy Gardner Nursery School Nursery Good 0.2 miles Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee School Not applicable Good 0.2 miles Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Early Years Service at Holmfield House Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Ark Brunel Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles St Thomas' CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Wilberforce Primary Primary Good 0.3 miles St Luke's CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles

Household Income in Kensal Town ONS 2023

The average total household income in Kensal Town is approximately £56,330 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,756. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Kensal Town £56,330
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,756.

Businesses in Kensal Town ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,957 active businesses based in Kensal Town, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 37 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,957 Total businesses
58 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Kensal Town IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Kensal Town experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 71%
Older 65+ 12%
5,713 Children (0-15) 17%
23,999 Working Age 71%
4,250 Older (65+) 13%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 54.3% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 52.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Kensal Town 3,522 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Kensal Town are higher than the England and Wales average, with anti-social behaviour the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Anti-Social Behaviour 828
Violence & Sexual Offences 764
Shoplifting 502
Vehicle Crime 249
Other Theft 245
Public Order 219
Burglary 156
Criminal Damage & Arson 136
Drugs 126
Theft from Person 124
Robbery 63
Bicycle Theft 54
Weapons 30
Other Crime 26
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Queens Park (London) Train Station 0.5 miles
Kensal Rise Train Station 0.8 miles
Kensal Green Train Station 0.8 miles
Kilburn High Road Train Station 0.9 miles
Brondesbury Park Train Station 0.9 miles
Brondesbury Train Station 1.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

West Kilburn 0 yards Westbourne Green 0.6 miles Maida Vale 0.6 miles Kensal Green 0.6 miles Kilburn 0.6 miles Kensal Rise 0.6 miles Brondesbury Park 0.9 miles North Kensington 0.9 miles College Park 1.2 miles Brondesbury 1.2 miles Notting Hill 1.2 miles St John's Wood 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Brent
Ward Queens Park
Constituency Hampstead and Kilburn
Parish Brent, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Kensal Town

Of the 13,867 households in and around Kensal Town, 21% are owned, 60% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 21% Social rented 60% Private rented 19%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Kensal Town.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kensal Town

What is the population of Kensal Town?
Kensal Town has a population of approximately 33,950 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Kensal Town?
The average property in and around Kensal Town sold for about £973,385, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 179% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Kensal Town a deprived area?
Kensal Town sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Kensal Town?
Kensal Town is covered by the W10 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Kensal Town?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Kensal Town, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Kensal Town?
The nearest railway station to Kensal Town is Queens Park (London) Train Station, about 0.5 miles away.

Streets in W10 30 shown View all streets

Acklam Road 4 Adair Road 7 Allington Road 1 Alperton Street 2 Appleford Road 7 Archway Close 1 Athlone Place 2 Balliol Road 2 Banister Road 2 Bard Road 1 Barfett Street 1 Barlby Gardens 1 Barlby Road 16 Bassett Road 7 Beethoven Street 6 Bevington Road 4 Blagrove Road 2 Blake Close 1 Blechynden Street 2 Bliss Mews 1 Bonchurch Road 4 Bosworth Road 1 Bracewell Road 2 Bramley Road 8 Brewster Gardens 3 Briar Walk 1 Bridge Close 2 Bruce Close 2 Bruckner Street 14 Brunel Mews 1

Postcodes in W10 50 shown View all postcodes

W10 4AA W10 4AB W10 4AD W10 4AE W10 4AF W10 4AG W10 4AH W10 4AJ W10 4AL W10 4AN W10 4AP W10 4AQ W10 4AR W10 4AS W10 4AT W10 4AU W10 4AW W10 4AX W10 4AY W10 4BA W10 4BB W10 4BD W10 4BF W10 4BH W10 4BJ W10 4BL W10 4BP W10 4BQ W10 4BS W10 4BW W10 4BX W10 4DA W10 4DB W10 4DD W10 4DH W10 4DL W10 4DN W10 4DP W10 4DQ W10 4DR W10 4DS W10 4DT W10 4DU W10 4DW W10 4DX W10 4DY W10 4DZ W10 4EA W10 4EB W10 4ED