Kentish Town Area Guide

Guide to Kentish Town

Kentish Town is well known for its historic pubs, traditional shops, and trendy eateries alongside a growing number of health food spots, hip cafes and bars. Highgate Road holds the iconic Forum which hosts big-name gigs, and leads up to Parliament Hill Fields, with sweeping city views. Prince of Wales Road includes the restored Victorian swimming baths and all-weather pitches at Talacre Sports Centre.

Young families are attracted to Kentish Town due to the large choice in schools, both primary and secondary. These include the likes of Acland Burghley, Camden School for Girls, College Francais Bilingue de Londres, Eleanor Palmer, Parliament Hill and La Sainte Union Convent to name a few.

Fees

Refundable Holding deposit Capped at 1 weeks rent

Security Deposit Capped at 5 weeks rent for annual rental under £50,000, or 6 weeks rent for annual rental over £50,000

Rent The agreed monthly rent

Changes to tenancy Capped at £50 inc VAT

Early termination charge Not exceeding the landlord’s financial losses

Late payment of rent Interest of 3% above BoE base rate for each day the rent is late, once it is 14 days overdue

Replacement keys Reasonable costs or give the tenant the option to purchase themselves

Utilities, council tax, communication services, TV Licence etc Tenants own responsibility unless otherwise stated in contract