Area Guide to Primrose Hill

Our area guide to Primrose Hill 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 , NW1

Primrose Hill Overview

Primrose Hill is a hill located on the north side of Regent's Park in north London, and also the name for the surrounding district. The hill has a clear view of central London. Like Regent's Park the area was once part of a great chase appropriated by Henry VIII and became Crown property in 1841. In 1842 an Act of Parliament secured the land as public open space.

The built up part of Primrose Hill consists mainly of Victorian terraces. It has always been one of the more fashionable districts in the urban belt that lies between the core of London and the outer suburbs, and remains expensive and prosperous.

This small, grassy, hilly park, boasting fantastic views over London, has become increasingly popular with the young, the trendy and the famous – particularly from the media world but don't let this put you off. It's a great place to stroll through and take in the scenery. Having climbed the steep slopes and admired the panorama you can regain your strength in one of the many cosy cafés, restaurants or pubs nearby.

Guide to Primrose Hill transport links:

Trains

Camden Road
Euston (London)
Harlesden
Kensal Green (Bakerloo Line, National Rail) (Zone 2)
Kensal Rise
London Euston
London Marylebone
London St Pancras
Marylebone (London)
St Pancras (London)
Stonebridge Park (Bakerloo Line, National Rail) (Zone 3)
Willesden Junction (Bakerloo Line, National Rail) (Zone 3)

Primrose Hill Local Authorities:

Primrose Hill 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

Primrose Hill 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 Primrose Hill area.

Council tax rates for each Local Authority

Council	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H
Camden	£857	£1,000	£1,143	£1,285	£1,571	£1,857	£2,142	£2,571
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 Primrose Hill & Exam Results

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

Local schools within Primrose Hill:

Looking to live in Primrose Hill?

If you are looking to buy or rent a property in Primrose Hill use the links below to find the latest properties available.