South Hampstead
A local's guide
South Hampstead, nestled between Hampstead, West Hampstead and St John’s Wood, is well known for its tree-lined streets, beautiful Victorian and Edwardian homes, and a relaxed village-like atmosphere. The area attracts young professionals, families and downsizers thanks to it’s highly-regarded schools, beautiful local parks like Primrose Hill and Regents Park, and collection of cafes, boutique shops and restaurants.
Stations: South Hampstead Overground (Lioness line), Finchley Road Underground (Jubilee line), Swiss Cottage Underground (Jubilee line)
Why did you choose to live in South Hampstead?
The relative peace and quiet you get compared to other parts of London, how connected it is with the three transport stations and its restaurants - primarily the Wet Fish Cafe and Bohemia House.
Alex, Compayne Gardens
What kind of vibe does South Hampstead have?
The area is great – South Hampstead is a lovely place to live. Our neighbours are all very friendly and we feel safe and welcome here.
Alex, Compayne Gardens
It’s a quiet area super close to central London yet has everything around it.
Tarica, Priory Terrace
How well-connected is South Hampstead?
10/10 - you get great connectivity to central London and surrounding areas and great links to Luton and Gatwick airports.
Anthony, Acol Road
What are your favourite restaurants to grab dinner?
Wet Fish Cafe is great for special occasions and you always get great service, plus their set prices are reasonable.
Alex, Compayne Gardens
We really like the Italian restaurant, Morso, which is about a 5-10 minute walk away. They always do small, seasonal menus of fresh pasta dishes. We also enjoyed Colaba on West End Lane, which is a lovely Indian restaurant great tasting dishes.
Anthony, Acol Road
Where's your favourite place to get a morning coffee?
Loft Coffee and Liten were my favourite local cafes for GOOD coffee.
Hannah, Canfield Place
How would you spend a Saturday in South Hampstead as a local?
We are regulars at SK Mart and its underground cafe, Your Mum's Kitchen, just off Finchley Road. It has great supplies for Korean cooking, including homemade kimchi, and the chicken wings in the cafe are the best I have ever had.
Alex, Compayne Gardens
I’d visit the source it’s a refill shop and then Wolfpack. Both give great vibes and friendly staff.
Stefanie, Acol Road
We’d spend mornings walking through the neighbourhood, we loved the beautiful buildings, it's been a pleasure.
Riccardo, Goldhurst Terrace
What would you say South Hampstead's hidden gem is?
The church down the road (priory road) has puppy lessons on weekends - around noon time, definitely not to be missed!
Abdul, Parsons Lodge
Lanka cake shop - best cakes in the area!
Antonia, Broadhurst Gardens
Bohemia House is good for a laugh - quite a strange place but good beer and food and a nice big beer garden.
Alex, Compayne Gardens
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