Area Guide to Kentish Town

Our area guide to Kentish Town gives you a quick overview of the neighbourhood from its properties, public parks, local schools, council tax, public transport links to shopping and going out. Postcodes covered by this area guide include , NW5

Kentish Town Overview

Kentish Town is first recorded during the reign of King John (1208) as kentisston. By 1456 Kentish Town was recognised as a thriving hamlet, and in this period a chapel of ease is recorded as being built for the inhabitants.

The early 19th century brought modernisation, causing much of the area's rural charm, the River Fleet and the 18th century buildings to vanish, although pockets still remain, for example Little Green Street. Between the availability of public transport to it from London, and its urbanisation, it was a popular resort. Large amounts of land were purchased to build the railway, which can still be seen today.

Today Kentish Town is a busy shopping and business area. It offers libraries, gyms and other entertainments to visitors and its community. Its proximity to Camden Town is ideal for further entertainment and a wider range of shops and is a haven for independent shops. A survey by the local Green Party found that of 87 shops on the high street, 53 were still independently owned.

Many of the old buildings remain, albeit hidden behind the facades of modern shops or neglected, and it is still possible to get a good impression of Kentish Town's heritage in present-day NW5.

Guide to Kentish Town transport links:

Trains

• Gospel Oak (National Rail)
• Kentish Town
• Kentish Town West

Tubes

• Kentish Town (256) (Zone 2)

Kentish Town Local Authorities:

Kentish Town is represented by Camden Council which holds the responsibility for delivering services in your area.

Council responsibilities

The council is responsible for all council services and duties, which include Social Services, housing, education and planning. If you’ve a specific question for this council, please visit their website to get contact details for key departments.

• Camden Local Authority: http://www.camden.gov.uk

Kentish Town Council Tax Rates:

Council Tax is worked out by your local council who sets the Council Tax rates for each year. Your property postcode will determine which council you will need to pay. There are currently 1 councils covering the Kentish Town area.

Council tax rates for each Local Authority

Council	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H
Camden	£888	£1,035	£1,183	£1,331	£1,627	£1,923	£2,219	£2,663
English Averages	£761	£888	£1,015	£1,142	£1,396	£1,650	£1,904	£2,285

How much will I have to pay?

Each year, every local authority will set a rate of council tax for each valuation band. The amount you have to pay depends on the value of your property and the current rates for your local council. Not everyone will have to pay the full amount of council tax. There are three ways in which your council tax bill may be reduced.

Reductions in council tax:
- the reduction scheme for disabled people
- discounts (i.e. If only one person lives in a property they will get a 25% discount on the council tax bill)
- council tax benefit and second adult rebate

Learn more about council tax at HM Revenue & Customs

Schools in Kentish Town & Exam Results

Schools in Kentish Town fall under the Camden Local Education Authority. Below is a comprehensive list of public schools in Kentish Town by type, together with full school details and the latest exam results.

Local schools within Kentish Town:

• Primary Schools in Kentish Town
• Secondary Schools in Kentish Town
• Colleges in Kentish Town
• Sixth Form Schools in Kentish Town