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Flats to Rent in Kensington and Chelsea

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is London's most prestigious address, home to world-famous museums, luxury department stores, and elegant period properties. It's the smallest but wealthiest London borough.

About Kensington and Chelsea

RBKC encompasses some of London's most exclusive neighbourhoods. It's home to South Kensington's museums (Natural History, V&A, Science), Harrods and Harvey Nichols, Kensington Palace, and the Notting Hill Carnival. The area has a significant international population and some of the UK's most expensive properties.

Popular Neighbourhoods

Chelsea is upscale with the King's Road shops and riverside properties. Kensington has the Palace and High Street. South Kensington is home to museums and embassies. Knightsbridge has Harrods and luxury living. Notting Hill is famous for its colourful houses, market, and carnival. Holland Park is leafy with the beautiful Kyoto Garden. North Kensington includes Ladbroke Grove and more diverse communities.

Transport Links

The borough has 12 tube stations across five lines (Central, Circle, District, Hammersmith & City, Piccadilly). Popular stations include South Kensington, Notting Hill Gate, High Street Kensington, Sloane Square, and Earl's Court. Paddington and Victoria mainline stations are nearby for national rail.

Why Rent Here?

RBKC is London's least affordable borough. Average rental prices are around £5,000 per calendar month - nearly double the London average. At the high end, large luxury properties can exceed £10,000 per month. The borough has London's greatest income inequality. It suits high-net-worth individuals and those requiring prestigious central addresses.