London Area Guides
Our area guide to Kilburn 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 NW2, NW6
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Property Types & Architecture
Kilburn is an area sandwiched between the sought after Queen's Park, Maida Vale and West Hampstead districts. Towards the south of the area are mainly large Victorian red brick homes many of which have been converted into apartments. The west is similar but with tall Victorian terraces and spacious mansion blocks. The area around Kilburn High Road mainly consists of small terraces and some modern purpose built apartment blocks.
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Shopping & Entertainment
Kilburn High Road is a main thoroughfare and its here most of the areas shops, bars, restaurants and no less than 3 railway stations can be found. The surrounding areas of Queen's Park and West Hampstead are also home to upmarket bars, restaurants and boutiques. Kilburn is home to The Tricycle Theatre, a renowned arts centre which includes a gallery, cinema and theatre. Look to the south and you can't miss the Gothic spire of St. Augustine's Church, completed in 1880 by the architect John Loughborough Pearson, the church has an ornate Victorian interior.
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Parks & Commons
Kilburn Grange is adjacent to Kilburn High Road and offers tennis courts and a children's play area. Queen's Park, which covers an area of approximately 30 acres boasts 6 all weather tennis courts, a pitch and putt course, petanque green, children's play area with a paddling pool, a children's farm and a cafe
Nearby, Paddington Recreation Ground also offers a fantastic range of sports and activities for all ages on its 27 acre site in Maida Vale. -
Who lives here?
Kilburn is a bustling and multicultural London District and is a popular area with young professionals looking for an easy journey to work as well as families looking for space.
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Schools in Kilburn & Exam Results
Schools in Kilburn fall under the Brent Local Education Authority. Below is a comprehensive list of public schools in Kilburn by type, together with full school details and the latest exam results.
Local schools within Kilburn
Kilburn 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 Kilburn area.
Council tax rates for each Local Authority
| Council | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H |
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| Brent | £1,097 | £1,279 | £1,462 | £1,645 | £2,010 | £2,376 | £2,741 | £3,290 |
| English Averages | £1,114 | £1,300 | £1,486 | £1,671 | £2,043 | £2,414 | £2,786 | £3,343 |
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
- 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
Kilburn Local Authorities
Kilburn is represented by Brent 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.
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