Royal Crescent is in London and in Kensington And Chelsea district. W11 4SL is located in the Norland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kensington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Royal Crescent, London, W11 4SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: W11 4RJ, W11 4QS, W11 4SB, W11 4RX, W11 4SA, W11 4RU, W11 4UL, W11 4QR, W11 4UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around W11 4SL 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 | 54.1% | 51.6% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.4% | 2.5% | 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.
In the immediate area around W11 4SL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% 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 | 42.2% | 47.4% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 40.8% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 8.2% | -6.1% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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%) 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 | 64.8% | 66.2% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 17.8% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 25.8% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -7.8% |
| Fair health | 6.4% | 6.6% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 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.
In the area around W11 4SL this area, 5.6% 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 79.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.6% | 5.6% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -9.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -11.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 8.1% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 67.5% | 79.7% | 12.2% | 33.8% | 45.9% |
| Other | 9.7% | 4.6% | -5.1% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.2% 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 | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 3.8% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| White | 79% | 74.2% | -4.8% | 81.4% | -7.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| Arab | 5% | 3.3% | -1.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Other | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, just 43.8% 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 | 53% | 43.8% | -9.2% | 83.2% | -39.4% |
| European Union | 17.4% | 23.5% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 17.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 3.3% |
| Africa | 5% | 5.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.4% | 8.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 8.5% | 10.1% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 8.8% |
| Oceania | 7.1% | 4.1% | -3.0% | 0.3% | 3.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 43.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 25.9% 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 | 51.2% | 44.8% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -38.4% |
| 10+ Years | 14.2% | 25.9% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 16.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 7.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.5% | 11.8% | 4.3% | 2.2% | 9.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.1% | 9.9% | -12.2% | 1.9% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.5% | 76.7% | -10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Spain | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.7% | 1.5% | 3.2% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.7% | 0.3% | 4.4% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Royal Crescent was 22.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.9% lower than the Colville average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Royal Crescent has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Colville and the 20th lowest crime rate of 503 local areas in Kensington and Chelsea .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 20 Royal Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2024-11-22 | £542,252 |
| Flat 2 11 Royal Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2024-08-12 | £1,012,691 |
| Flat 4 18 Royal Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £1,060,000 | 2024-03-25 | £1,006,611 |
| Basement Flat 20 Royal Crescent, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2024-02-16 | £19,255 |
| Flat 4 20 Royal Crescent, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2023-11-09 | £456,609 |
W11 4SL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 28% 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 4SL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 45 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 43 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Other | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's & Avondale Park Nursery School Sirdar Road , W11 4EE | 4out of 4 | 502 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Randolph Beresford Early Years Centre Australia Road , White City W12 7PH | 4out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vanessa Nursery School 14 Cathnor Road , W12 9JA | 4out of 4 | 1,572 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Lee Nursery School Gliddon Road , W14 9BH | 4out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maxilla Nursery School 2a Bevington Road , W10 5TN | 4out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Clement and St James CofE Primary School Penzance Place , W11 4PG | 3out of 4 | 410 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Avondale Park Primary School Sirdar Road , W11 4EE | 3out of 4 | 502 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School Treadgold Street , Notting Hill W11 4BJ | 3out of 4 | 700 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Addison Primary School Addison Gardens , Blythe Road W14 0DT | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Masbro Road , W14 0LT | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School 89 Addison Road , W14 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 411 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kensington Aldridge Academy 1 Silchester Road , W10 6EX | 4out of 4 | 927 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Park School Airlie Gardens , Campden Hill Road W8 7AF | 4out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College 75 St Charles Square , W10 6EL | 3out of 4 | 1,650 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hammersmith Academy 25 Cathnor Road , W12 9JD | 3out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College Gliddon Road , Barons Court W14 9BL | - not rated | 1,790 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College 74 St Charles Square , North Kensington W10 6EY | - not rated | 1,790 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Sixth Form St Dunstan's Road , W6 8RB | 2out of 4 | 2,097 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| United Colleges Group 25 Paddington Green , W2 1NB | - not rated | 3,513 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,868 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark King Solomon Academy Penfold Street , NW1 6RU | 4out of 4 | 3,890 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabernacle School 32 St Ann's Villas , Holland Park W11 4RS | - not rated | 116 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norland Place School 162-166 Holland Park Avenue , W11 4UH | - not rated | 257 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SIAL 154-156 Holland Park Avenue , W11 4UH | - not rated | 307 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Young Dancers Academy 25 Bulwer Street , Shepherds Bush W12 8AR | - not rated | 714 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catch22 Pupil Parent Partnership 191 Freston Road , London W10 6TH | - not rated | 907 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ukrainian Community Centre | 154 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON | 96 yd | |
| The London Kensington Hilton | Hotel, 179-199 Holland Park Avenue | 118 yd | |
| G:Fit London | Basement, 168 Holland Park Avenue | 130 yd | |
| Urban Partnership Group @ Edward Woods Community Centre | Edward Woods Community Centre, 60 - 70 Norland Road | 223 yd | |
| Holland Park Lawn Tennis Club | 1 Addison Road, LONDON | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stewart Arms PH | 26 Norland Road, LONDON | 208 yd | |
| Castle PH | Public House, 100 Holland Park Avenue | 446 yd | |
| Central Bar | West 12, The Broadway | 495 yd | |
| Belushi's | 13 - 15 Shepherd's Bush Green, London | 526 yd | |
| The Mitre | PUBLIC HOUSE, 40 Holland Park Avenue | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mister Pumpernink | 116 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON | 446 yd | |
| Supermarket of Dreams | 1 Clarendon Road, LONDON | 493 yd | |
| Greggs | 68 Uxbridge Road, London | 508 yd | |
| Subway | 20 Shepherd's Bush Green, London | 526 yd | |
| Bagel Bite | 22 Shepherd's Bush Green, London | 526 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supermarket of Dreams | 126 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON | 376 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Unit 1 - The Links, West 12 Shopping Centre | 495 yd | |
| Tesco | 84-90 Holland Park Avenue, LONDON | 534 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 164 Uxbridge Road, London | 739 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Store B, Westfield London Shopping Centre | 756 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edward Woods Community Centre EDWARD WOODS COMMUNITY CENTRE EDWARD WOODS COMMUNITY CENTRE NORLAND ROAD | 226 yd | |
| Norland Square Norland Square | tennis courts | 245 yd |
| Holland Park Lawn Tennis Club ADDISON ROAD | tennis courts | 260 yd |
| The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial Rc School ADDISON ROAD | 291 yd | |
| Fitness First Health Club (London Shepherds Bush) WEST 12 SHOPPING CENTRE WEST 12 SHOPPING CENTRE SHEPHERD'S BUSH GREEN | health and fitness suite | 487 yd |
| K West Hotel And Spa KENSINGTON HOUSE KENSINGTON HOUSE RICHMOND WAY | health and fitness suite | 502 yd |
| Avondale Park Walmer Road | artificial grass pitch | 552 yd |
| Masbro Centre MASBRO CENTRE MASBRO CENTRE MASBRO ROAD | health and fitness suite | 754 yd |
| New Grampians Squash Club (Closed) The Grampians The Grampians Shepherds Bush Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 783 yd |
| Shepherds Bush Green (Closed) Shepherds Bush Green | tennis courts | 810 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 | 46.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 46.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 46.8% |
| 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 | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.