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London's up-and-coming neighbourhoods

Fairfield Road, Bow © Belinda Lawley

Whether you’re looking to rent or buy your next home, these up-and-coming areas are well worth considering - but which one should you choose?
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North London

From gastro grub in Tufnell Park to community spirit in Ken's neighbourhood
South London

From yummy mummies in Battersea and East Dulwich to the backbone of Vauxhall Gay Village, Kennington Lane
East London

From pirate ships near Wapping High Street to the Olympic effect in Leytonstone
West London

From the vibrant, Middle Eastern-flavoured Uxbridge Road to an affordable conservation area with a Kensington address?
Central London

From a canalside enclave in the heart of zone 1 to Bloomsbury's villagey pockets

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