New build cost in West Kensington.
West Kensington — the W14 streets north of Talgarth Road. Mansion blocks dominate the main roads; behind them is a grid of late-Victorian and Edwardian terraces with strong loft potential.
What makes new-build work in West Kensington distinct.
Site context: Late-Victorian terraces with tile-hung gables and outriggers, plus large red-brick mansion blocks on the main roads.
Planning: Parts of W14 fall within Edith Road Conservation Area and Olympia Conservation Area — these need full planning, while the eastern blocks toward Earls Court Road often retain PD rights.
Applications go to LB Hammersmith & Fulham. We handle the Pre-App, planning submission, party wall awards, CIL calculations and conservation officer correspondence end-to-end.
The five new-build types — W14 numbers.
All figures inclusive of design, planning, build, CIL, contingency and VAT. The West Kensington multiplier (1.08×) reflects local labour, scaffold logistics and finish expectations.
The 2026 London New Build Cost Guide.
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What West Kensington self-builders ask us.
How much does it cost to build a new home in West Kensington in 2026?
Typical 2026 West Kensington ranges (inc. design, planning, build, CIL & VAT): infill plots £486k–£1.3m; replacement dwellings £648k–£1.6m; garden plots £594k–£1.5m; large new builds £972k–£2.7m; multi-unit £1.3m–£4.9m+. The West Kensington multiplier (1.08×) reflects local labour, scaffolding logistics and finish expectations.
What's the planning process for a new build in West Kensington?
Always full planning permission via LB Hammersmith & Fulham. Parts of W14 fall within Edith Road Conservation Area and Olympia Conservation Area — these need full planning, while the eastern blocks toward Earls Court Road often retain PD rights. Most West Kensington new builds start with a Pre-Application (£500–£2,500) to test feasibility, then a full planning submission running 13–18 weeks. Conservation areas, Article 4 directions and proximity to listed buildings add scrutiny.
What kind of plot makes sense in West Kensington?
Late-Victorian terraces with tile-hung gables and outriggers, plus large red-brick mansion blocks on the main roads. Plot types that come up most often in W14: replacement of an existing house (demolish + rebuild), side-garden infills on corner plots, and occasional backland sites accessed via a private drive. Plot acquisition prices in West Kensington are part of the equation — we help test feasibility before you commit to a purchase.
How long does a West Kensington new build take from purchase to keys?
Allow 6–12 months for design and planning (longer in conservation-sensitive parts of West Kensington), then 12–18 months on site for a single dwelling, 18–24 months for a large new build, and 24–36 months for multi-unit schemes. Our build programme is fixed in the contract.
How much is CIL in West Kensington?
Community Infrastructure Levy varies by London borough and zone, typically £20–£500 per m² of net additional floorspace. LB Hammersmith & Fulham publishes its current CIL rates online; we calculate your specific liability at the planning-application stage. Section 106 affordable housing or infrastructure contributions may apply on larger schemes.
Does 2VP work on West Kensington new builds?
Yes — West Kensington is within our core London new-build catchment. Our studio is at 20 Dawes Road in Fulham, 1.6km from West Kensington. We've delivered new builds across the W14 postcode and our subcontractor network covers Hammersmith & Fulham. Free site visit, fixed-price quote, 10-year HomePro warranty on the finished home.
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