County Hall Kingston is a landmark residential development by London Square, offering a rare opportunity to live within the sensitively restored former Surrey County Hall, a prestigious Grade II* listed building of exceptional architectural and historic significance, complemented by striking contemporary new-build apartments.
Located in the heart of Kingston upon Thames, one of London’s most established, green and family-oriented boroughs, CHK combines historic grandeur, riverside living, outstanding education and fast connectivity to Central London, making it ideal for families, professionals and long-term investors.
County Hall Kingston offers a wide range of homes to suit different lifestyles:
Many homes enjoy views over landscaped courtyards, Kingston townscape or surrounding historic architecture, with interiors finished to an exceptional modern standard.
A Unique Grade II Listed Heritage Address
As one of only around 22,000 Grade II* listed buildings in the UK, County Hall Kingston represents a truly rare residential offering, blending over a century of British civic history with contemporary design. Formerly the seat of Surrey’s most important decisions, the building has also featured in world-famous productions such as Downton Abbey, The Crown and Call the Midwife.
One of London’s Most Green & Prestigious Boroughs
Located within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, residents benefit from immediate access to riverside walks along the River Thames, the vast open landscapes of Richmond Park (London’s largest Royal Park), the historic grounds of Bushy Park and the iconic Hampton Court Palace & Gardens, creating an exceptional quality of life rarely matched within easy commuting distance of Central London.
Outstanding Schools & Education Excellence
Kingston is widely recognised as one of London’s strongest education hubs, making County Hall Kingston particularly attractive to families, with access to multiple Ofsted “Outstanding” rated schools including Tiffin Girls’ School, The Kingston Academy and Fern Hill School, as well as highly regarded institutions such as Kingston Grammar School and Tiffin School. Higher education opportunities are equally strong, with Kingston University, Kingston College and Kingston School of Art all within walking distance, complemented by proximity to St Mary’s University, Twickenham.
Strong Investment Fundamentals
With highly limited supply due to its protected heritage status, County Hall Kingston benefits from consistently strong rental demand from professionals, academics and families, while long-term capital growth is supported by over £1.5 billion of ongoing regeneration investment in Kingston. The development is widely regarded as one of the best-value prestige residential investment opportunities in South West London when considering lifestyle quality, education access and transport connectivity.
County Hall Kingston appeals to families prioritising education, green space and safety, professionals working in Central and South West London, academics and university staff, and long-term investors seeking stable rental income, capital growth and prestige assets, with attractive entry pricing compared to neighbouring prime riverside locations, strong rental demand, heritage scarcity and ongoing regeneration positioning CHK as one of South West London’s most compelling, mortgage-eligible residential and investment opportunities.
Situated in South West London, County Hall Kingston benefits from the prestige of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, consistently ranked among London’s safest, greenest and most desirable boroughs, offering riverside living with excellent access to Central London.
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County Hall Kingston is designed to support refined, modern living:
What is Stamp Duty?
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax you might have to pay if you buy a property in England or Northern Ireland but you’ll only have to pay it if the house you’re buying is over a certain price. If you’re buying a residential property or piece of land in England or Northern Ireland, you’ll have to pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) if your purchase is over the threshold of £125,000.
Eligible first-time buyers will pay no Stamp Duty on properties costing up to £300,000, and a discounted rate on property purchases up to £500,000.
Stamp Duty rates changed on 1 April 2025.
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