Zone 1 family life: garden squares, walk-everywhere amenities and the capital's most established private and state schools. We rank 5 central London boroughs on schools, safety, commute and green space — all on the same yardstick. Top of the table: Southwark at 81/100.
Ranked by overall family score. Tap a row for every postcode in the borough.
Southwark3 postcodes
Schools 100 · Safety 75 · Green 94 · Commute 70 · Top: SE22 Goose Green (87)
Camden3 postcodes
Schools 100 · Safety 26 · Green 100 · Commute 70 · Top: NW3 Belsize (78)
Lambeth3 postcodes
Schools 100 · Safety 30 · Green 100 · Commute 70 · Top: SE24 Herne Hill & Loughborough Junction (74)
Islington2 postcodes
Schools 100 · Safety 8 · Green 100 · Commute 70 · Top: N5 Highbury (71)
Kensington and Chelsea1 postcode
Schools 100 · Safety 10 · Green 100 · Commute 70 · Top: W11 Notting Dale (69)