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Chelsea Area Guide

No matter where you go in the world, most people have heard of Chelsea – it’s one of London's most popular and famous districts for its genteel, bohemian past and stunning period buildings called home by a raft of celebrities.

Chelsea is one of the most famous and desirable areas of London to live in, with tree lined avenues and manicured parks.

Chelsea fact file

  • Chelsea was originally just one manor house acquired by Henry VIII in 1536.
  • Perhaps the most famous building is the Chelsea Royal Hospital for soldiers, built in 1682 at the request of Charles II by Christopher Wren.
  • By the early 1700s the area was already popular with the wealthy and described as a ‘village of palaces’.
  • The Swinging Sixties era was defined on the King’s Road, while the Sloane Square area gave the term 'Sloane Ranger’.
  • The Chelsea in Bloom floral display during the Chelsea Flower Show is a highlight of living in the area.
  • Chelsea has more than 30 parks which are managed by the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Why move to Chelsea?

Chelsea is synonymous with opulence - high-end shops and fine dining are what the world-famous King’s Road is best known for. It's a great place to visit, and it's also a fantastic place to live. Just two-and-a-half miles south west of central London, Chelsea has South Ken to the north, Pimlico to the east, the Thames and Battersea to the south and Fulham to the west - there’s no better place to be for enjoying the cultural and historical sights of the capital. There are few places more sought-after in central London than Chelsea – the district oozes exclusivity, but it's also a real melting pot of different cultures.

Architecture and property

Chelsea’s diverse architecture encapsulates the finest in the London property market. Ranging from elegant Georgian properties to contemporary riverside property, Chelsea is predominantly 19th century, with a plethora of red-brick Victorian terraces, Art Deco mansion blocks and white stucco villas. Popular addresses include The Boltons, Tregunter Road, Park Walk, Cheyne Walk and Chelsea Waterfront.

Going out

For days out, Chelsea is walking distance of the Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea Embarkment, Battersea Park, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, the Natural History Museum and the V&A, with the rest of London on your doorstep.

Green space


The parks are manicured and beautifully managed, with space for walking, sitting and enjoying the planting or doing activities like yoga. What’s more, Chelsea is within walking distance of Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park, two of the largest areas of green space in the city.

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Some of London’s best restaurants are here in Chelsea

Shopping in Chelsea includes some of the finest designer labels in the world, but there are also plenty of amenities for residents.

  • Cadogan development
    Brand New Development

You're never short of a spot to wet your whislte in Chelsea.

  • Chelsea Ram
    Public House

You’re in the thick of it as far as entertainment is concerned.

  • Curzon Cinema
    Art Deco Style

Schools in Chelsea offer a good range of educational options, including a number of state primaries, secondaries and sixth form colleges, together with a large range of independent fee-paying schools, including prep schools.

  • Eaton Square
    Private School
  • Queen’s Gate girls
    Junior and Senior School
  • Chelsea Old Town Hall
    Bus Station
  • London City Airport
    9.5 miles away
  • Sloan Square
    Picidilly and District Line
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What does our local Hamptons community think

I've had the pleasure of working with Lucy Desborough at Hamptons Chelsea, who helps with the management of my property while I live overseas. She is proactive and efficient - two invaluable traits in a property manager.

Valerie T April 2024

Hamptons provided a great service, with excellent communication and care for the client. Danielle Gaughan in particularly was extremely professional, always available and responsive to questions - would highly recommend her.

G Revell April 2024

We were lucky enough to be dealing with Emilie Antoine at this branch. The first flat she showed me wasn't right, but she really listened to what we were looking for and came back with a different flat that I loved (but sadly my husband didn't). Undaunted, she found us another flat that was outside her immediate area and it was perfect! She has been a total joy to deal with from beginning to end - attentive, proactive, calm, considered, thoughtful, totally professional and helpful with no hint of pushiness and I only wish all estate agents were as good as her! I can't recommend Emilie highly enough. Promote her pronto, Hamptons!!

Tania Arthur March 2024

Discover a local Chelsea business

Learn more about some of our favourite local and most trusted local businesses we've partnered with to help you with your property needs.

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Town & Country Gardens is a small business that specialises in making the process of keeping a garden in London as simple as possible.

  • Landscaping
  • Garden maintenance
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Markam Associates is an exclusive architectural and interior design practice established in Chelsea in 1991 and specialising in the high quality refurbishment of houses, flats and commercial properties.

  • Building design and refurbishmen
  • Project management
  • Planning, and more...
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Award winning company that supply and installs world-class hardwood floors in all their variants, wide-plank, parquet and bespoke, both in the UK and internationally.

  • Secialised in prime and ultra-prime residential properties
  • Exclusive commercial properties
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Kitchens & More aim to deliver beautiful and affordable bespoke kitchens and joinery designed by interior architects. We supply affordable bespoke furniture for kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms (including wardrobes and walk-in closets), utility rooms, residential offices and wine cellars.

  • Kitchens
  • Bathrooms
  • Joinery
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The Hampshire School was founded in 1928 by the visionary artist and teacher June Hampshire. June Hampshire’s daughter and pupil is the celebrated actor Susan Hampshire OBE. They pride themselves on supporting individual progress with each pupil achieving their personalised goals and encourage to develop their sporting, artistic and creative talents.

  • Nursery
  • Reception
  • Prep School
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Premier destination for luxury wood, stone, and porcelain flooring solutions. With over 20 years' of experience in the industry, they have established as experts in the field. Their showrooms in Fulham and Bath, along with their permanent displays at the NSBRC and Sky House in Amersham, offer a consultative and an immersive experience.

  • Stone, wood, reclaimed timber flooring
  • Porcelain and oversized flooring
  • Designer tiles and underfloor heating

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