St John's Wood vs Kentish Town
A side-by-side comparison of two popular UK areas based on official data.
| Metric | St John's Wood | Kentish Town |
|---|---|---|
| Region | London | London |
| Type | Neighbourhood | Neighbourhood |
| Median price | £1.3M | £690k |
| Price change (YoY) | 1.4% | 0.7% |
| Crime per 1,000 | 57 | 95 |
| Schools | 6 | 12 |
| Good/Outstanding | 4 | 12 |
| Transport | Good | Excellent |
| Population | 12,412 | 29,937 |
St John's Wood
Exclusive North-west London neighbourhood near Regent's Park, Lord's Cricket Ground, and Abbey Road.
View full area guide →Kentish Town
North London neighbourhood with independent pubs, the Forum music venue, and Heath access.
View full area guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, St John's Wood or Kentish Town?
Kentish Town is more affordable with a median house price of £690k, compared to £1.3M in St John's Wood.
Is St John's Wood or Kentish Town safer?
St John's Wood has a lower crime rate at 57 per 1,000 residents, compared to 95 per 1,000 in Kentish Town. Crime data is from Police.uk.
Which has better schools, St John's Wood or Kentish Town?
Kentish Town has a higher proportion of Good or Outstanding schools at 100%, compared to 67% in St John's Wood. Ratings are from Ofsted.
Should I live in St John's Wood or Kentish Town?
It depends on your priorities. St John's Wood offers £1.3M median prices with good transport, while Kentish Town has £690k median prices with excellent transport. Compare the full data to decide which suits your needs.