Islington vs Kentish Town
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Islington scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Kentish Town.
Rent comparison
Islington
IslingtonKentish Townwinner
CamdenIslington is £250/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Young professionals
Safety
Transport
Islington
Polished, professional, and well-fed. Upper Street has more restaurants than most postcodes have houses.
- ✓Strong restaurant and bar scene
- ✓Two fast tube lines to the City
- ✓Lots of young professionals
- ✓Walkable street grid
- →Expensive
- →Limited green space within the postcode itself
Kentish Town
The unflashy Camden — same Northern line, cheaper rent, fewer tourists.
- ✓Northern line + Thameslink in one station
- ✓Hampstead Heath a 15-minute walk
- ✓Good pubs
- →High street is functional rather than charming
Frequently asked questions
Is Islington or Kentish Town better to live in?
Islington scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Kentish Town.
Is Islington cheaper than Kentish Town?
Kentish Town is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,750 vs £2,000 in Islington, a saving of £250/month.
Which has better transport — Islington or Kentish Town?
Islington scores higher for transport (9/10 vs 8/10). Islington is served by Angel and Highbury & Islington. Kentish Town is served by Kentish Town.
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