History of Primrose Hill

Primrose Hill (Previously named Greenberry hill) is well known in London for the hill of the same name where one can enjoy fantastic panoramic views all over London. In 1678, this primarily rural area came to fame in 1678 with the murder of Sir Edmund Berry Godfrey. Like many areas in London, it was primarily developed in the 19th century during the industrial revolution and the population growth that ensued. Because it is a conservation area, Primrose Hill has preserved its leafy character. The hill has been a favourite picnic spot people travel to from all over London to enjoy the views. The hill used to be covered with primroses and takes its name from the flowers.

Primrose hill is a favourite place of residence for famous people. It has many upmarket shops and a good choice of pubs and restaurants. The many garden Victorian houses command very high prices. It is also very close to Camden, Belsize Park and Regents Park and only a mile or so from the West End making it very easy for residents to find places to go out in the evening while living in a calm village like area.

Places of interest

http://www.british-history.ac.uk/report.aspx?compid=45237
http://www.primrosehillvillage.com/
http://www.welovelocal.com/en/london/camden/primrose-hill/eating-drinking-nightlife/

• Primrose Hill • Camden Market • The Roundhouse • Regents Park • London Zoo

Transport Links – Visit Transport for London for more information

Camden Town – Northern Line & Rail
Chalk Farm – Northern Line

Local Authority

Camden – http://www.camden.gov.uk/

Council tax bands for 2007/2008

Please note you should always check the value of your property on the 1st April 1991 to ensure you are in the correct council tax band.

Council Tax band	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H
Property Values as of April 1991	Up to £40K	£40 to £52K	£52K to £68K	£68K to £88K	£88K to £120K	£120K to £160K	£160K to £320K	over £320K
Camden LA	£867.02	£1,011.51	£1,156.02	£1,300.52	£1.589.53	£1,878.53	£2,167.54	£2,601.04

Higher rates for garden squares. Please see Camden website

Average Rental and Sale prices for Primrose Hill (NW1, NW3, NW8)

	Postcode	Area	1 Bedrooms	2 Bedrooms	3 Bedrooms	Bigger
To Rent	NW1	Camden	£350 pw	£506 pw	£925 pw	£1,729 pw
	NW3	Hampstead	£402 pw	£576 pw	£964 pw	£2,232 pw
	NW8	St Johns Wood	£387 pw	£596 pw	£1,203 pw	£2,357 pw
For Sale	NW1	Camden	£348,000	£541,000	£1,039,000	£2,401,000
	NW3	Hampstead	£446,000	£691,000	£1,215,000	£2,766,000
	NW8	St Johns Wood	£384,000	£746,000	£1,429,000	£3,874,000

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