Kentish Town vs Forest Hill

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

Our recommendation

Kentish Town scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Forest Hill.

Rent comparison

Kentish Town

Camden
1-bed flat£1,750/mo
2-bed flat£2,300/mo
Zone(s)2

Forest Hillwinner

Lewisham
1-bed flat£1,500/mo
2-bed flat£1,950/mo
Zone(s)3

Kentish Town is £250/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.

Lifestyle comparison

Lively

Kentish Town
6
Forest Hill
4

Green space

Kentish Town
6
Forest Hill
8

Nightlife

Kentish Town
6
Forest Hill
4

Café density

Kentish Town
7
Forest Hill
6

Gym density

Kentish Town
7
Forest Hill
6

Walkability

Kentish Town
8
Forest Hill
7

Food scene

Kentish Town
7
Forest Hill
6

Young professionals

Kentish Town
7
Forest Hill
6

Safety

Kentish Town
7
Forest Hill
8

Transport

Kentish Town
8
Forest Hill
6

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

Forest Hill

Leafy Overground living with views, the Horniman Museum, and better value than nearby Dulwich villages.

  • Horniman Museum and gardens
  • Overground connection
  • Good value for green south-east London
  • Hilly streets
  • Slower to west London
  • Nightlife is limited

Frequently asked questions

Is Kentish Town or Forest Hill better to live in?

Kentish Town scores higher overall, though it comes at a rent premium over Forest Hill.

Is Kentish Town cheaper than Forest Hill?

Forest Hill is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,500 vs £1,750 in Kentish Town, a saving of £250/month.

Which has better transport — Kentish Town or Forest Hill?

Kentish Town scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 6/10). Kentish Town is served by Kentish Town. Forest Hill is served by Forest Hill.

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