Kings Road is in London and in Kensington And Chelsea district. SW3 4UD is located in the Royal Hospital electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chelsea and Fulham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kings Road, London, SW3 4UD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW3 2SS, SW3 4UG, SW3 2SX, SW3 2TS, SW3 2ST, SW3 2TP, SW3 2SQ, SW3 4LY, SW3 2SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SW3 4UD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 51.7% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 52.1% | 48.3% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SW3 4UD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.9% | 47.8% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 33.3% | -14.6% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 10.6% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 68.9% | 67.3% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 18.9% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 25.4% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 2.2% | 5.4% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -7.3% |
| Bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SW3 4UD this area, 5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 70.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.6% | 5% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 9.6% | -6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 5.4% | 6.7% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 11.2% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 68.9% | 70.4% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 36.6% |
| Other | 12.1% | 2.8% | -9.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 90.2% | 90.7% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, just 38.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 39.7% | 38.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | -44.9% |
| European Union | 26% | 33.5% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 27.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 7.3% | 7.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 7.0% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.7% | 6.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | 0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 16.8% | 8.7% | -8.1% | 1.3% | 7.4% |
| Oceania | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 38.3% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 32.2% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 38.7% | 38.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | -44.7% |
| 10+ Years | 15.9% | 32.2% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 22.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 17.5% | 11.7% | -5.8% | 2.9% | 8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.5% | 8.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 6.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.4% | 8.8% | -9.6% | 1.9% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.9% | 76.7% | -20.8% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| France | 7.4% | 0.3% | 7.1% |
| Germany | 3.5% | 0.2% | 3.3% |
| Italy | 4% | 0.6% | 3.4% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 5.4% | 0.4% | 5.0% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 8.4% | 1.5% | 6.9% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 1% | 13.5% | -12.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.9% | 37.2% | -14.3% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 16.6% | 6.0% | 10.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kings Road was 1390.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 335.0% higher than the Brompton & Hans Town average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Kings Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Brompton & Hans Town and the 9th highest crime rate of 503 local areas in Kensington and Chelsea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 - 42 Kings Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £28,617,929 | 2023-05-10 | £25,744,757 |
| 40 - 42 Kings Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £28,617,929 | 2023-05-10 | £25,744,757 |
| 42 Kings Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £28,617,929 | 2023-05-10 | £25,744,757 |
| 36 Kings Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £8,976,094 | 2023-05-10 | £8,074,916 |
| 52 Kings Road, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2020-11-24 | £1,162,641 |
SW3 4UD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SW3 4UD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 77 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Real estate activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Open Air Nursery School 51 Glebe Place , Chelsea SW3 5JE | 4out of 4 | 996 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerset Nursery School and Children's Centre 157-159 Battersea Church Rd , Battersea SW11 3ND | 4out of 4 | 2,162 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tachbrook Nursery School Aylesford Street , SW1V 3RT | 3out of 4 | 2,337 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethelred Nursery School and Children's Centre 1 Gundulf Street , SE11 6BG | 4out of 4 | 3,821 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Lee Nursery School Gliddon Road , W14 9BH | 4out of 4 | 3,892 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Cadogan Street , SW3 2QT | - not rated | 107 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Primary School Draycott Avenue , SW3 3AP | 3out of 4 | 307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Sedding Street , Sloane Square SW1X 9DE | 3out of 4 | 445 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School Bury Walk , Cale Street SW3 6QH | 4out of 4 | 627 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Barnabas' CofE Primary School St Barnabas Street , Pimlico SW1W 8PF | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Thomas More Language College Cadogan Street , SW3 2QS | 4out of 4 | 107 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Simon Milton Westminster University Technical College 1 Sutherland Street , SW1V 4LD | - not rated | 1,218 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westminster City School 55 Palace Street , SW1E 5HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Pimlico Academy Lupus Street , Pimlico SW1V 3AT | 4out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grey Coat Hospital Greycoat Place , SW1P 2DY | 4out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Westminster Sixth Form Steel House, 11 Tothill Street , Westminster SW1H 9LH | - not rated | 2,514 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marine Society College of the Sea 200b Lambeth Road , SE1 7JY | - not rated | 3,485 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| United Colleges Group 25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB | - not rated | 3,702 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College London Maths School 80 Kennington Road , SE11 6NJ | - not rated | 3,828 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 3,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RU | 4out of 4 | 3,595 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Globe Academy Harper Road , SE1 6AG | 3out of 4 | 5,412 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sussex House School 68 Cadogan Square , SW1X 0EA | - not rated | 312 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Garden House School Turks Row , London SW3 4TW | - not rated | 423 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knightsbridge School 67 Pont Street , SW1X 0BD | - not rated | 544 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaton House School 3-5 Eaton Gate , London SW1W 9BA | - not rated | 609 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Inchbald School of Design 7 Eaton Gate , SW1W 9BA | - not rated | 617 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffe Concerto | GROUND FLOOR, 52 King's Road | 27 yd | |
| Five Fields Restaurant | Basement to Second Floors, 8-9 Blacklands Terrace | 34 yd | |
| Kutir Restaurant | 10 Lincoln Street, LONDON | 50 yd | |
| Meat The Fish | 39 Cadogan Gardens, LONDON | 65 yd | |
| Vardo | Duke of York Restaurant, 9 Duke Of York Square | 67 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Phoenix Pub and Dining Room | 23 Smith Street, LONDON | 364 yd | |
| Antelope | PUBLIC HOUSE, 22-24 Eaton Terrace | 482 yd | |
| Admiral Codrington | 17 Mossop Street, LONDON | 499 yd | |
| Barts | Ground Floor Rear and First Floor Chelsea Cloisters, Sloane Avenue | 531 yd | |
| Chelsea Pensioners Club | Royal Hospital, Royal Hospital Road | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essentials | Shop Westbound Platform Room Sloane Square Station, Sloane Square | 324 yd | |
| Pie Man Food Company | 16 Cale Street, LONDON | 489 yd | |
| King's Dog Daycare | 173 Fulham Road, LONDON | 849 yd | |
| Morena | 10 ECCLESTON YARD, CITY OF WESTMINSTER | 927 yd | |
| Friends of the Royal Marsden | Royal Marsden Hospital, 203 Fulham Road | 931 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 85-95 King's Road, LONDON | 416 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 75 Sloane Avenue, LONDON | 447 yd | |
| Waitrose | 196-198 King's Road, LONDON | 617 yd | |
| Tesco | 80-81 Royal Hospital Road, LONDON | 691 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 GATLIFF ROAD | 849 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Rc Language College CADOGAN STREET | 209 yd | |
| Sussex House School CADOGAN SQUARE | 370 yd | |
| Burton Court Pavilion BURTONS COURT BURTONS COURT ST. LEONARDS TERRACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 418 yd |
| Marlborough Primary School DRAYCOTT AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 431 yd |
| Francis Holland School GRAHAM TERRACE | 510 yd | |
| Kx Gym Private Members Club DRAYCOTT AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 533 yd |
| St Luke'S Gardens ST LUKES GARDENS ST LUKES GARDENS SYDNEY STREET | artificial grass pitch | 698 yd |
| More House School 22-24 22-24 PONT STREET | 706 yd | |
| Chelsea Sports Centre CHELSEA MANOR STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 744 yd |
| Royal Hospital South Grounds RANLEIGH GARDENS RANLEIGH GARDENS CHELSEA BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 767 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 64.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.