Living in Kennington
A calmer Zone 1/2 pocket with Georgian streets, Northern line access, and good links to Waterloo and the City.
1-bed rent
£1,900/mo
2-bed rent
£2,500/mo
Transport zone
Zones 1 & 2
Fastest commute
~10 min
Transport from Kennington
Kennington
Kennington is served by the Northern.
Commute times from Kennington
Estimated commute times to major London destinations by public transport.
| Destination | Commute time |
|---|---|
| Liverpool Street | ~10 min |
| Bank / City | ~10 min |
| Victoria | ~10 min |
| Waterloo | ~10 min |
| Oxford Circus / Soho | ~10 min |
| London Bridge | ~10 min |
| Marylebone | ~12 min |
| King's Cross / St Pancras | ~12 min |
| Paddington | ~13 min |
| Canary Wharf | ~16 min |
Kennington lifestyle profile
Young professionals
Café density
Gym density
Walkability
Food scene
Safety
Transport
Lively
Green space
Nightlife
Kennington strengths
- ✓Central but more residential than Vauxhall
- ✓Northern line branches
- ✓Good pubs and local streets
Trade-offs
- →Limited late-night scene
- →Premium prices for central calm
- →Some road-heavy edges
Who Kennington suits best
- →young professionals and career-focused people
- →sporty and fitness-focused people
- →people looking for a well-rounded area with no major trade-offs
Frequently asked questions
What is Kennington like to live in?
A calmer Zone 1/2 pocket with Georgian streets, Northern line access, and good links to Waterloo and the City. The main strengths are central but more residential than vauxhall and northern line branches.
What is the average rent in Kennington?
The average 1-bedroom flat in Kennington costs around £1,900 per month. A 2-bedroom flat costs around £2,500 per month (market review estimate).
How long is the commute from Kennington?
The fastest commute from Kennington is to Liverpool Street at approximately 10 minutes by public transport. The commute to Bank/City is around 10 minutes.
Is Kennington a good area to live in London?
Kennington is in Lambeth, Zones 1 & 2. It's well-suited to young professionals and career-focused people. The main trade-off is: limited late-night scene.
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