Kentish Town vs Hackney Wick
A side-by-side comparison of rent, transport, lifestyle and overall liveability.
Our recommendation
Hackney Wick offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Rent comparison
Kentish Town
CamdenHackney Wickwinner
HackneyKentish Town is £200/month cheaper on a 1-bed flat.
Lifestyle comparison
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Transport
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
Hackney Wick
Canals, studios, breweries, and Olympic Park access, with a creative feel and improving transport.
- ✓Excellent canal and park access
- ✓Creative venues and breweries
- ✓Young social crowd
- →Overground-led commute
- →Patchy late-night transport
- →New-build pricing has risen
Frequently asked questions
Is Kentish Town or Hackney Wick better to live in?
Hackney Wick offers better value — similar or better scores at a lower rent.
Is Kentish Town cheaper than Hackney Wick?
Hackney Wick is cheaper — average 1-bed rent is £1,550 vs £1,750 in Kentish Town, a saving of £200/month.
Which has better transport — Kentish Town or Hackney Wick?
Kentish Town scores higher for transport (8/10 vs 6/10). Kentish Town is served by Kentish Town. Hackney Wick is served by Hackney Wick.
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