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Basing Street is in London and in Kensington And Chelsea district. W11 1EN is located in the Colville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kensington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Basing Street, London, W11 1EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: W11 1LQ, W11 1EJ, W11 1LJ, W11 1QJ, W11 1EE, W11 1EL, W11 1QR, W11 1DG, W11 1LT.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding W11 1EN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female47.7%47.9%0.2% 51.0% -3.1%
Male52.3%52.1%-0.2% 49.0% 3.1%

Partnership Status

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 W11 1EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.3% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single64.7%58.3%-6.4% 37.9% 20.4%
Married: Opposite sex25.6%24.1%-1.5% 44.2% -20.1%
Married: Same sex0%0.8%0.8% 0.3% 0.5%
Separated1.9%4.1%2.2% 2.2% 1.9%
Divorced6.6%10.9%4.3% 9.1% 1.8%
Widowed1.3%1.9%0.6% 6.1% -4.2%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health62.8%60.1%-2.7% 48.4% 11.7%
Good health26.1%24.1%-2.0% 33.6% -9.5%
Fair health7%12.9%5.9% 12.7% 0.2%
Bad health2.7%2.8%0.1% 4.0% -1.2%
Very bad health1.3%0%-1.3% 1.2% -1.2%

Education and Qualifications

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.

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 52.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications10.9%14.3%3.4% 18.2% -3.9%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 9.4%6%-3.4% 9.6% -3.6%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels9.7%10.2%0.5% 13.4% -3.2%
Apprenticeship0.3%1.9%1.6% 5.3% -3.4%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels11.3%10.6%-0.7% 16.9% -6.3%
Degree or Similar52.2%52.8%0.6% 33.8% 19.0%
Other6.3%4.2%-2.1% 2.8% 1.4%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese1.9%2.1%0.2% 0.7% 1.4%
Indian0.8%1%0.2% 3.1% -2.1%
Pakistani1.1%0.7%-0.4% 2.7% -2.0%
Other Asian3.2%7.2%4.0% 1.6% 5.6%
Black African8.1%3.4%-4.7% 2.5% 0.9%
Black Caribbean6.7%7.6%0.9% 1.0% 6.6%
Other Black1.6%0.7%-0.9% 0.5% 0.2%
Mixed White and Asian0.5%1.7%1.2% 0.8% 0.9%
Mixed White and African0%1.4%1.4% 0.4% 1.0%
Mixed White and Caribbean1.9%1%-0.9% 0.9% 0.1%
Mixed Other2.4%5.5%3.1% 0.8% 4.7%
White67.7%61%-6.7% 81.4% -20.4%
Roma0%0.3%0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Arab1.1%3.1%2.0% 0.6% 2.5%
Other3%3.1%0.1% 1.6% 1.5%

Country of Birth

In this area, 58.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom60.4%58.5%-1.9% 83.2% -24.7%
European Union11.3%14.2%2.9% 6.1% 8.1%
Rest of Europe2.4%2.4%0.0% 0.8% 1.6%
Africa10.2%3.8%-6.4% 2.7% 1.1%
Middle East and Asia5.7%9.7%4.0% 5.6% 4.1%
The Americas and the Caribbean8.4%10%1.6% 1.3% 8.7%
Oceania1.6%1.4%-0.2% 0.3% 1.1%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK60.1%58.7%-1.4% 83.2% -24.5%
10+ Years5.9%25.3%19.4% 9.8% 15.5%
5-10 Years3.5%5.6%2.1% 2.9% 2.7%
2-5 Years11.6%5.2%-6.4% 2.2% 3.0%
Less than 2 years18.9%5.2%-13.7% 1.9% 3.3%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom72.3% 76.7% -4.4%
Ireland1.4% 0.6% 0.8%
France1.8% 0.3% 1.5%
Germany2.1% 0.2% 1.9%
Italy3.5% 0.6% 2.9%
Portugal2.8% 0.5% 2.3%
Spain1.8% 0.4% 1.4%
Poland0.4% 1.3% -0.9%
Other EU countries2.5% 1.5% 1.0%
Middle East0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Eastern Asia0.7% 0.3% 0.4%
Southern Asia0.7% 1.2% -0.5%
South-East Asia3.2% 0.2% 3.0%
North America and the Caribbean2.5% 0.3% 2.2%
Central and South America0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Oceania0.7% 0.1% 0.6%
No passport held3.2% 13.5% -10.3%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion28.6% 37.2% -8.6%
Christian46.2% 46.2% 0.0%
Buddhist2.4% 0.5% 1.9%
Hindu0.3% 1.7% -1.4%
Jewish1.7% 0.5% 1.2%
Muslim7.9% 6.5% 1.4%
Sikh0.3% 0.9% -0.6%
Other religion1.7% 0.6% 1.1%
Not answered10.7% 6.0% 4.7%

Safety

Is Basing Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Basing Street was 675.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 139.6% higher than the Colville average. The most reported crime type was Theft from the person.

Basing Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Colville and the 26th highest crime rate of 503 local areas in Kensington and Chelsea .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 180.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.5%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£52,500
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in W11 1EN, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Basing Street are based on 53 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Kensington And Chelsea.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Basing Street, London, W11 1EN

Estimated Average Property Prices for W11 1EN

Average Price
£851,296
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
£1,630,301
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£678,184
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Basing Street

Average Price
£950,699
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
£1,713,628
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£870,112
Other
£3,454,198

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Basing Street

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
Second Floor Flat 3 Basing Street, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£535,0002023-05-22 £481,287
11B Basing Street, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£615,0002022-11-30 £543,000
13A Basing Street, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£530,0002021-04-01 £535,922
Second Floor Flat 13 Basing Street, London, Greater London
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£675,0002018-05-10 £622,072
15 Basing Street, London, Greater London
Terraced, an established residential building
£1,500,0002013-07-17 £1,699,401
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for W11 1EN

Employment

W11 1EN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee91
Self-Employed58
Retired27
Part-Time Employee23
Unemployed19
Long-Term Sick or disabled15
Other11
Student (economically inactive)11
Looking after home or family10
Full-Time Student (with or without job)0

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities50
Financial and insurance activities39
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles34
Information and communication20
Human health and social work activities13
Education13
Other11
Administrative and support service activities10
Manufacturing9
Accommodation and food service activities6
Construction6
Transport and storage5
Real estate activities4
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 3

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Maxilla Nursery School
2a Bevington Road , W10 5TN
4out of 4 310 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Golborne Children's Centre
2a Bevington Road , North Kensington W10 5TN
4out of 4 339 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
St Anne's & Avondale Park Nursery School
Sirdar Road , W11 4EE
4out of 4 1,019 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Mary Paterson Nursery School
13 Riverton Close , Off Ashmore Road W9 3DS
4out of 4 1,295 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Dorothy Gardner Nursery School
293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY
2out of 4 1,397 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Thomas Jones Primary School
St Mark's Road , W11 1RQ
4out of 4 424 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Bevington Primary School
Bevington Road , W10 5TW
4out of 4 444 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Colville Primary School
Lonsdale Road , Portobello Road W11 2DF
4out of 4 462 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School
Shrewsbury Road , Bayswater W2 5PR
3out of 4 667 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
St Thomas' CofE Primary School
Appleford Road , North Kensington W10 5EF
4out of 4 758 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
All Saints Catholic College
75 St Charles Square , W10 6EL
3out of 4 675 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Kensington Aldridge Academy
1 Silchester Road , W10 6EX
4out of 4 795 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Westminster Academy
The Naim Dangoor Centre , 255 Harrow Road W2 5EZ
4out of 4 1,148 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Paddington Academy
50 Marylands Road , W9 2DR
4out of 4 1,441 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Holland Park School
Airlie Gardens , Campden Hill Road W8 7AF
4out of 4 1,648 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College
74 St Charles Square , North Kensington W10 6EY
- not rated 764 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
United Colleges Group
25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB
- not rated 2,433 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College
Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL
- not rated 3,200 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
William Morris Sixth Form
St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB
2out of 4 3,545 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ark Burlington Danes Academy
Wood Lane , W12 0HR
2out of 4 1,739 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Ark King Solomon Academy
Penfold Street , NW1 6RU
4out of 4 2,865 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Chepstow House School
108a Lancaster Road , Notting Hill W11 1QS
- not rated 111 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Notting Hill Prep School
95 Lancaster Road , Notting Hill W11 1QQ
- not rated 213 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
Instituto Espanol Canada Blanch
317 Portobello Road , W10 5SZ
- not rated 345 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Epic Learning
Golborne Centre , 2a Wornington Road W10 5QJ
- not rated 385 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
The Stewart Bilingual School
90 , Oxford Gardens W10 5UW
- not rated 638 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tavernaki PortobelloBasement and Ground Floor, 222 Portobello Road51 yd
Crispy Town Limited218 Portobello Road, LONDON55 yd
PEPPERON72 Lancaster Road, LONDON78 yd
OakberryGround Floor, 231 Portobello Road79 yd
CinquecentoBasement and Ground Floor, 233 Portobello Road80 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The CastlePublic House, 225 Portobello Road123 yd
Love265 Portobello Road, LONDON134 yd
The PelicanPublic House, 45 All Saints Road146 yd
Duke of Wellington PH179 Portobello Road, LONDON215 yd
The Elgin96 Ladbroke Grove, LONDON309 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Greggs238 Portobello Road, LONDON51 yd
Happy Donuts254 Portobello Road, LONDON121 yd
OthersideGround Floor, 261 Portobello Road126 yd
Doughnut Time15 Blenheim Crescent, LONDON199 yd
Gelateria 3 Bis178 Portobello Road, LONDON218 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco224-226 Portobello Road, LONDON51 yd
Sainsbury's188-192 Portobello Road, LONDON102 yd
Tesco177-179 Ladbroke Grove, LONDON466 yd
Co-opGround Floor Packenham House, 25 Lockton Street820 yd
Sainsbury's478 HARROW ROAD891 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Westway Sports & Fitness Club
3-5 3-5 THORPE CLOSE
health and fitness suite, squash courts294 yd
Instituto Espanol Vincente Canada Blanch
317A 317A PORTOBELLO ROAD
466 yd
Virgin Active Club (Notting Hill)
LANCASTER ROAD
health and fitness suite, swimming pool514 yd
Notting Hill Methodist Church (Etheline Holder Hall)
ETHELINE HOLDER HALL 5B ETHELINE HOLDER HALL 5B DENBIGH ROAD
536 yd
Bodyworks West At Lambton Place
LAMBTON PLACE
health and fitness suite, swimming pool581 yd
Notting Hill Methodist Church (Lancaster Road Hall)
ST ANDREWS METHODIST CHURCH NOTTING HILL ST ANDREWS METHODIST CHURCH NOTTING HILL LANCASTER ROAD
728 yd
Sion-Manning Rc School For Girls
ST. CHARLES SQUARE
health and fitness suite786 yd
Kensington Leisure Centre
Bomore Road
health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool792 yd
Kensington Leisure Centre (Closed)
Walmer Road
health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool795 yd
Kensington Aldridge Academy
SILCHESTER ROAD
artificial grass pitch841 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 100.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 100.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed157.9 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed500 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed500 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed20 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed35 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.