HammersmithW6
Hammersmith and Fulham · London
W6 (Hammersmith) has shown mixed dynamics over the past five years, with property prices declining at a compound annual rate of 1.5% while rental values expanded at 7.2% annually. Population growth remained subdued at 0.7%, suggesting limited demographic expansion to support the rental yield improvements. The postcode sits at the early gentrification stage with a trajectory score of 52.1/100, positioning it in the 62nd percentile nationally. The divergence between rental growth and capital appreciation indicates a rental-focused market where income returns have outpaced property value gains. This performance pattern reflects both local market conditions and broader London dynamics during the measurement period.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 1.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.7% per year
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What's changing in Hammersmith · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 2.8 points this month to 55/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
Hammersmith (W6) common questions
Is Hammersmith up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Hammersmith (W6) as Early. Its trajectory score is 55/100 (Strong), in the top 24% of districts nationally. The score is up 7.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Hammersmith safe?
Hammersmith has a safety score of 48/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Hammersmith?
The average property price in Hammersmith (W6) is £664k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Hammersmith?
The median monthly rent in Hammersmith (W6) is £1,897 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Hammersmith?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Kensington (W8), Wandsworth (SW18), Paddington (W2), Mortlake (SW14), Horley (RH6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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