Islington vs Notting Hill
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Islington offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
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IslingtonNotting Hill
Kensington & ChelseaNotting Hill is £200/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
Notting Hill
Iconic west London with pastel streets, Portobello Road, strong food, and very high prices.
- ✓Central/Circle/District line access
- ✓Excellent cafes, restaurants, and markets
- ✓Walkable to Hyde Park and Holland Park
- →Very expensive
- →Tourist crowds
- →Limited value for space
Frequently asked questions
Is Islington or Notting Hill better to live in?
Islington offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Islington cheaper than Notting Hill?
Islington is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £2,000 vs £2,200 in Notting Hill, a saving of £200/month.
Which has better transport — Islington or Notting Hill?
Islington and Notting Hill score equally on transport (9/10). Islington is served by Angel and Highbury & Islington. Notting Hill is served by Notting Hill Gate.
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