K&C LINk Background

With an estimated population of 178,600, Kensington and Chelsea is the most densely populated borough in the country, packed into just under five square miles of land. It is primarily residential but is an internationally recognised shopping destination, hosts world renowned arts and cultural facilities, and boasts some of London’s most visited parks and outdoor spaces. It is also a borough of extremes with some of the wealthiest neighbourhoods in the country as well as some of the most deprived.

(The Future of Our Community, KCP Community Strategy 2008-2018)

On average, men and women in K&C enjoy good health, however considerable health inequalities exist:

• Many areas of North Kensington fall in to the least health 20% in London
• People in the northernmost wards have a life expectancy of more than ten years less than those in the healthiest wards
• Poor health amongst social housing tenants is reported as three times higher than amongst people who own their own homes
• Black ethnic groups report the highest rates of poor health and illness

And the gap is growing…

Working with the K&C LINk can help you to draw attention to some of the health inequalities and neglected issues in the borough. Contact us now to help the community speak with a stronger local voice.