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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. 

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"Bordered by Salusbury Road to the east and Chamberlayne Road to the west, the neighbourhood's friendly character is grounded by its wealth of independent retailers and community events"

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Lexi Cinema

A pillar of the neighbourhood and the friendliest cinema you’ll ever visit, The Lexi is entirely volunteer-run and donates 100% of its profits to charity. In recent years, the team collaborated with RISE Design Studio to extend the space, creating The Lexi Hub, which encompasses an additional screen to expand the cinema’s community-oriented programmes.

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Queen’s Park

First established in 1879 as the site of the Royal Agricultural Society Show, the eponymous green space now boasts 30 acres, a tennis court and a mini golf course. Honouring its history, there’s the annual Queen’s Park Day traditional country fête, while the yearly Book Festival hosts authors, poets and artists.

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Whether you’re a semi-pro or new to the sport, try your hand at boxing at this state-of-the-art studio on Salusbury Road. Industry-leading trainers guide group and individual classes, as well as a youth academy.

"Queen’s Park and Kensal Rise strike the balance between upbeat and relaxed, with village-like charm in abundance"