Westbourne Grove is in London and in Kensington And Chelsea district. W11 2SE 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 Westbourne Grove, London, W11 2SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: W11 2SH, W11 2RH, W11 2SJ, W11 2RZ, W11 2DE, W11 2AA, W11 2AE, W11 2AD, W11 2BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around W11 2SE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.1% | 51.6% | 6.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 54.9% | 48.4% | -6.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.8% | 34.6% | -11.2% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 39.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 6% | 18.1% | 12.1% | 9.1% | 9.0% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 70.1% | 67.9% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 19.5% |
| Good health | 19.6% | 19.2% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -14.4% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 9.6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 63.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.1% | 10.2% | 3.1% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 3.6% | 7.8% | 4.2% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3% | 11.7% | 8.7% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.3% | 63.3% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 29.5% |
| Other | 17.3% | 4.7% | -12.6% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
| Black African | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 4.1% |
| Other Black | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| White | 71.1% | 65% | -6.1% | 81.4% | -16.4% |
| Arab | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Other | 2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
In this area, just 47.8% 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 | 46.6% | 47.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | -35.4% |
| European Union | 17.6% | 18.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 12.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Africa | 7.8% | 6.3% | -1.5% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.3% | 10.7% | 1.4% | 5.6% | 5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 13.2% | 10.7% | -2.5% | 1.3% | 9.4% |
| Oceania | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 47.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 28.7% 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 | 45.6% | 48.4% | 2.8% | 83.2% | -34.8% |
| 10+ Years | 8.8% | 28.7% | 19.9% | 9.8% | 18.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 13.2% | 3.2% | -10.0% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.3% | 6.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 24% | 13.4% | -10.6% | 1.9% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 6.4% | 0.6% | 5.8% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 7.6% | 0.3% | 7.3% |
| Oceania | 3.2% | 0.1% | 3.1% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 17% | 6.0% | 11.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Westbourne Grove was 290.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.0% higher than the Colville average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Westbourne Grove has the 19th highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Colville and the 117th highest crime rate of 503 local areas in Kensington and Chelsea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233 Westbourne Grove, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £9,750,000 | 2024-06-11 | £9,087,281 |
| 211 Westbourne Grove, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £6,300,000 | 2021-12-03 | £5,854,420 |
| 227 - 229 Westbourne Grove, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £2,840,000 | 2021-10-12 | £2,278,546 |
| 231A Westbourne Grove, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £2,500,000 | 2019-06-14 | £2,342,133 |
| 213 Westbourne Grove, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £7,015,000 | 2019-03-28 | £8,005,054 |
W11 2SE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
W11 2SE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in W11 2SE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Other | 16 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maxilla Nursery School 2a Bevington Road , W10 5TN | 4out of 4 | 740 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Golborne Children's Centre 2a Bevington Road , North Kensington W10 5TN | 4out of 4 | 805 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's & Avondale Park Nursery School Sirdar Road , W11 4EE | 4out of 4 | 1,022 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 | 1,619 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorothy Gardner Nursery School 293 Shirland Road , W9 3JY | 2out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colville Primary School Lonsdale Road , Portobello Road W11 2DF | 4out of 4 | 91 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary School Shrewsbury Road , Bayswater W2 5PR | 3out of 4 | 493 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School 91 Westbourne Park Road , W2 5QH | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Jones Primary School St Mark's Road , W11 1RQ | 4out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bevington Primary School Bevington Road , W10 5TW | 4out of 4 | 934 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Aldridge Academy 1 Silchester Road , W10 6EX | 4out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westminster Academy The Naim Dangoor Centre , 255 Harrow Road W2 5EZ | 4out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College 75 St Charles Square , W10 6EL | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Park School Airlie Gardens , Campden Hill Road W8 7AF | 4out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paddington Academy 50 Marylands Road , W9 2DR | 4out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 1,281 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| United Colleges Group 25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 2,922 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Sixth Form St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB | 2out of 4 | 3,290 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Burlington Danes Academy Wood Lane , W12 0HR | 2out of 4 | 2,160 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RU | 4out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wetherby Preparatory School 48 Bryanston Square , W1H 2EA | - not rated | 425 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Southbank International School Kensington 36-38 Kensington Park Road , W11 3BU | - not rated | 547 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Notting Hill Prep School 95 Lancaster Road , Notting Hill W11 1QQ | - not rated | 575 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chepstow House School 108a Lancaster Road , Notting Hill W11 1QS | - not rated | 584 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wetherby School 11 Pembridge Square , W2 4ED | - not rated | 635 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bodyism London - Clean And Lean Cafe | 222-224 Westbourne Grove, LONDON | 41 yd | |
| Wild Notting Hill | 202-204 Westbourne Grove, LONDON | 41 yd | |
| Chucs Bar and Grill | 226 Westbourne Grove, LONDON | 42 yd | |
| Fashion and food at Martina London | Ground Floor, 220 Westbourne Grove | 57 yd | |
| Libby's Gluten Free and Sugar Free Bakery | 61 Ledbury Road, LONDON | 81 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larry King Limted | 2-4 Lambton Place, LONDON | 23 yd | |
| Earl of Lonsdale | Public House, 277-281 Westbourne Grove | 194 yd | |
| The Cock & Bottle | 17 NEEDHAM ROAD | 255 yd | |
| Franklin's Wines | 305 Westbourne Grove, LONDON | 292 yd | |
| The Globe | 103 Talbot Road, LONDON | 293 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Re Place | 196 Westbourne Grove, LONDON | 53 yd | |
| MMBP | 75A Ledbury Road, LONDON | 143 yd | |
| Collins Catering | 141-149 Portobello Road, LONDON | 281 yd | |
| Whittard of Chelsea | 182 Portobello Road, LONDON | 360 yd | |
| Gelateria 3 Bis | 178 Portobello Road, LONDON | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 188-192 Portobello Road, LONDON | 459 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | WHOLE BUILDING, GROVE HOUSE, 88-94 WESTBOURNE GROVE | 531 yd | |
| Tesco | 224-226 Portobello Road, LONDON | 554 yd | |
| Tesco | 114-120 Notting Hill Gate, LONDON | 643 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods Ltd | 104-106 Notting Hill Gate, LONDON | 644 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Notting Hill Methodist Church (Etheline Holder Hall) ETHELINE HOLDER HALL 5B ETHELINE HOLDER HALL 5B DENBIGH ROAD | 44 yd | |
| Bodyworks West At Lambton Place LAMBTON PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 58 yd |
| Southbank International School 36-38 36-38 KENSINGTON PARK ROAD | 445 yd | |
| Heartcore Fitness (Notting Hill) UXBRIDGE STREET | 731 yd | |
| Pure Gym (Bayswater) MOSCOW PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 774 yd |
| Westway Sports & Fitness Club 3-5 3-5 THORPE CLOSE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 793 yd |
| Soho Gyms (Bayswater) (Closed) Whiteleys Centre Whiteleys Centre Queensway | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Notting Hill) LANCASTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 886 yd |
| Harbour Club (Notting Hill) ALFRED ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool | 918 yd |
| Porchester Centre QUEENSWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 936 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 | 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% |
| 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.