North London, Subregion in Greater London, England
Description
North London is a subregion in Greater London, England, covering the northern boroughs of the capital and including residential streets, shopping districts, and parks. The area stretches from densely built neighborhoods near the center outward to zones with more open space and tree-lined avenues.
History
Settlement expanded from the mid-1800s onward as new railway lines made it easier to reach the city center and housing developments appeared across the area. Many streets and squares date from that period and still shape the local appearance today.
Culture
Multiple communities from different backgrounds contribute to North London's character through neighborhood festivals, international restaurants, and local markets across its districts.
Practical
Tube lines and buses link the neighborhoods with each other and provide connections to the center and neighboring boroughs. Pedestrians find sidewalks and crossings on many streets that make moving around easier.
Did you know?
Alexandra Palace offers a wide view over the city from its terrace and hosts concerts, exhibitions, and sports events throughout the year. The building stands on a hill and can be seen from many parts of the northern area.
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Pax Lodge
411 m
Hampstead Town Hall
186 m
St. Stephen's Church, Rosslyn Hill
402 m
Church of St Peter
354 m
Everyman Belsize Park
184 m
The Wharrie Cabmans Shelter
366 m
Lyndhurst Hall, Air Recording Studios
395 m
148, Haverstock Hill
408 m
22, Lyndhurst Gardens
366 m
Lyndhurst House Preparatory School
401 m
5, Wedderburn Road
372 m
K2 Telephone Kiosk On Island Opposite Number 48 (Number 48 Not Included)
372 m
11 And 13, Wedderburn Road
413 m
129, 131 And 133, Haverstock Hill
374 m
Number 10 And Garden Wall And Gate Piers
262 m
3, Wedderburn Road
361 m
K2 Telephone Kiosk Outside The Haverstock Arms Public House (Public House Not Included)
393 m
Number 4 And Garden Walls And Gate Piers
302 m
Number 6 And Garden Walls And Gate Piers
289 m
Number 8 And Garden Walls And Gate Piers
276 m
Number 12 And Garden Walls And Gate Piers
250 m
7 And 9, Wedderburn Road
393 m
Hunters Lodge
277 m
Wedderburn House
356 m
Number 16 And Garden Walls And Gate Piers
238 m
Walls And Gate Piers To Numbers 26-38
265 m
Front Garden Walls And Gate Piers To Numbers 22, 24 And 26
384 m
Numbers 26-38 And Attached Railings
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