This patch of northwest London has a down-to-earth feel, with a residential set that values its well-preserved architecture, flourishing food scene and transport links.
Creative professionals, city commuters and growing families make up the friendly residential cohort of Queen’s Park and Kensal Rise. Situated in northwest London, it boasts a mixture of handsome Victorian townhouses and contemporary apartments, together with a strong presence of resident architects and designers. Bordered by Salusbury Road to the east and Chamberlayne Road to the west, the neighbourhood’s friendly character is grounded in its wealth of independent retailers, trendy food scene and welcoming community events.
Queen’s Park and Kensal Rise strike the balance between upbeat and relaxed. While the area retains a village-like charm with its Sunday farmers’ market, expansive central park and cycle routes, there are also fantastic transport links into central London. Its dynamic nature means it’s home to a host of entrepreneurs and innovators who congregate in modern workspaces – particularly along the soulful mews street of Lonsdale Road, a beloved enclave for locals in-the-know.