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Takeaways| Council | Lambeth |
| Crime Rate | ✓Below Average for an Inner London suburb 15% above the national average. |
| Vibe | 🎉 Living for the Weekend🍸 Dinner & Drinks🌳 Parklife🚶♀️ No Car Needed |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
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The average house price in Kennington is £515,638, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Kennington house price trends over the last 30 years.
£515,638
£460,323
£1,021,362
Is Kennington a nice place to live?
Kennington is a nice place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of B. This means it offers reasonable living standards in Inner London. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Kennington?
Kennington has a below average crime rate for an Inner London suburb, with around 86 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 15% above the national average, and 21% below the Inner London average.
What are the best schools in Kennington?
Kennington has 107 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include Crampton Primary, Archbishop Sumner Church of England Primary School, Oasis Academy South Bank. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Robert Browning Primary School and St Paul's Church of England Primary School. Note: 7 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Kennington?
Kennington has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (60%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.