Renting in Kentish Town

What's it like to live in Kentish Town?

Kentish Town sits between Camden and Tufnell Park, offering a more residential alternative to Camden's tourist bustle. The high street has improved dramatically with independent coffee shops, restaurants, and the Forum music venue. Hampstead Heath is walkable, which adds enormous lifestyle value. The Northern line provides fast access to the City. Victorian and Georgian housing stock dominates, with some genuinely beautiful streets. It's popular with media types and professionals who want north London character without Camden's chaos.

The vibe

Residential, walkable to Hampstead Heath, great local high street. Camden without the crowds

Kentish Town is best for

Transport links

• Kentish Town (Northern)
• Kentish Town West (Overground)

Common property types