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Good news, Camden

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Good news, London

Camden is one of London’s most iconic boroughs, and it’s getting better all the time. Discover the positive changes coming where you are.

Camden is world-famous for its thriving markets, sprawling canal network and legendary arts scene. Whether you’re a bargain hunter, culture vulture or just fancy a scenic jog, Camden’s here for you.

Learn more about the positive changes transforming Camden, brought to you by the Mayor of London.

From the bustle of the heart of London to roaming wild on Hampstead Heath, Camden has something for everyone.

Camden in numbers: positive change that works for you

  • 2,780

    pupils receiving Free School Meals every day (approximately) (1)

  • +950

    young people have accessed quality mentoring support (2)

  • 11.1 per cent

    reduction in violent crimes that result in injury (3)

Camden Gasholder Park
Agar Grove housing development
  • 10,282

    trees planted since 2016 (4)

  • 4,870

    people have received training to help them find well-paid, quality jobs (5)

  • 24 per cent

    reduction in harmful NOx emissions since 2016 (6)

(1) Source: Department for Education / Greater London Authority, learn more about the Mayor’s free school meals programme

(2) Source: New Deal for Young People Mentoring Grantees, learn more about the New Deal for Young People

(3) Source: MPS recorded crime data - 12 months ending August 2025 compared to the previous 12 months, learn more about policing and crime in your area

(4) Source: Greater London Authority, find out more about the Mayor’s tree planting programme

(5) Source: Greater London Authority, learn more about how the Mayor is supporting work and training

(6) Source: Greater London Authority, learn more about London’s air quality

 

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What's happening in Camden

Yoo Capital has unveiled designs for a new urban film studio campus and creative neighbourhood in Kentish Town.

CGI of Camden Film Quarter development

Superloop buses are joining up London like never before. Find out how SL6 is connecting Camden to Croydon.

Close up of Superloop bus service

A new stone sculpture in memory of Mary Wollaston, who ran a local healing well, has been installed with support from the Mayor of London’s Untold Stories Fund.

Statue of the 17th century well keeper Mary Wollaston

Visit a new heritage trail for Somers Town and discover artworks on the estates of the St Pancreas housing.

Art in everyday life heritage trail poster

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