Local area guide

Living in Dartmouth Park

Thinking about moving to Dartmouth Park? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools are like, transport connections and so much more.

Your guide to moving to Dartmouth Park

Why Dartmouth Park is a good place to live

Dartmouth Park marries tranquil living with the exciting bustle of London, offering a niche for every individual. Its character lies in its picturesque Victorian and Edwardian homes, creating an atmosphere of historic charm. Those with a taste for gastronomy can savour the diverse culinary options, and shopping enthusiasts can discover unique items in its specialty shops. Living in Dartmouth Park is akin to cushioning yourself in a peaceful haven that also allows access to bustling markets, creative arts, and green spaces like Waterlow Park. Accessible transport links lend the area added viability, making it simpler to encounter the wider charm of London.

What's Dartmouth Park famous for?

Dartmouth Park houses the first motorized cable car in Europe on Highgate Hill, instating it as a cradle of innovation. Dartmouth Park is famous for numerous renowned residents including entertainment personas Sue Perkins and Noel Fielding, and political figures like director Ken Loach and Ed Milliband. In terms of architecture, the vista is adorned with awe-inspiring Gothic Revival homes. Furthermore, it houses the historic and noteworthy Highgate Cemetery - final resting place for a host of significant individuals such as Karl Marx.

Things to do in Dartmouth Park

There is never a dull day living in Dartmouth Park. You may find yourself exploring specialty shops or tantalizing your taste buds in a medley of restaurants and stylish pubs. Cultural aficionados can attend alternative music nights and drawing courses, while the nature-lovers can luxuriate in the tranquillity of Waterlow Park with its tree-lined walkways, or engage in dog-walking amongst the large, open spaces. With Highgate Cemetery nearby, history buffs can seek out historical figures immortalised there. All this, and the bonus of being surrounded by notable regions like Highgate and Kentish Town.

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Properties currently for sale in Dartmouth Park

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Transport in Dartmouth Park

Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Dartmouth Park.

Local connections

Archway
0.3 miles / 0.5 km
Tufnell Park
0.3 miles / 0.5 km
Upper Holloway
National Rail
0.5 miles / 0.8 km
Gospel Oak
National Rail
0.7 miles / 1.1 km
Kentish Town
0.8 miles / 1.3 km
Kentish Town
National Rail
0.8 miles / 1.3 km

Schools in Dartmouth Park

Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Dartmouth Park.

Education in Dartmouth Park

Hargrave Park Primary School
 
Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
Brookfield Primary School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
Wildwood Nature School
Ages: 4 - 11 years old
St John's Upper Holloway CofE Primary School
Ages: 2 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
Acland Burghley School
Ages: 11 - 18 years old
Ofsted Rating: Good (2023)
Yerbury Primary School
Ages: 3 - 11 years old
Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (2023)

Local pubs in Dartmouth Park

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  • Oak & Pastor

    London N19

    Like home from home Oak & Pastor specialises in creating a warm and welcome setting to relax and unwind

  • Dartmouth Arms

    London NW5

    This is the pub we think everyone should want at the end of their street. Great beer, tasty wine, proper food and quality music played on seriously good Hi-Fi.