Holland Park vs Fitzrovia

A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.

Our recommendation

Holland Park scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Fitzrovia.

Rent comparison

Holland Park

Kensington & Chelsea
1-bed flat£2,300/mo
2-bed flat£3,000/mo
Zone(s)1, 2

Fitzroviawinner

Camden
1-bed flat£2,150/mo
2-bed flat£2,800/mo
Zone(s)1

Holland Park is £150/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Holland Park
8
Fitzrovia
9

Green space

Holland Park
10
Fitzrovia
4

Nightlife

Holland Park
3
Fitzrovia
8

Café density

Holland Park
7
Fitzrovia
10

Gym density

Holland Park
9
Fitzrovia
7

Walkability

Holland Park
9
Fitzrovia
10

Food scene

Holland Park
9
Fitzrovia
9

Young professionals

Holland Park
7
Fitzrovia
8

Safety

Holland Park
9
Fitzrovia
6

Transport

Holland Park
9
Fitzrovia
8

Holland Park

Prime west London centred on one of the city's best parks, with high rents and a quiet upscale feel.

  • Holland Park on the doorstep
  • Beautiful residential streets
  • Central line access
  • Very expensive
  • Limited nightlife
  • Small rental market

Fitzrovia

Central, walkable, and food-heavy, sitting between Oxford Street, Bloomsbury, and Marylebone.

  • Walkable to many central offices
  • Excellent restaurants and cafes
  • Good balance of quiet streets and central access
  • High rent
  • Limited green space
  • Small rental supply

Frequently asked questions

Is Holland Park or Fitzrovia better to live in?

Holland Park scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Fitzrovia.

Is Holland Park cheaper than Fitzrovia?

Fitzrovia is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £2,150 vs £2,300 in Holland Park, a saving of £150/month.

Which has better transport — Holland Park or Fitzrovia?

Holland Park scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 8/10). Holland Park is served by Holland Park. Fitzrovia is served by Goodge Street.

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