Living
in Marylebone

Imagine living in ever-busy Central London but in a private, secluded, and cosy home. And Marylebone is the area that boasts just that: luxury residential properties on high streets and thriving central areas next door. 

Let's explore the area's community, transport infrastructire, dining scene, and property market settings and discuss several handy tips from locals.

Marylebone – A Colourful Corner

The core thing defining the community is people. And residents in Marylebone are undoubtedly colourful and memorable, from classy independent shop owners to weekly farmer's market sellers.

But it seems everyone knows each other and together create a so-called small-town vibe that is something worth experiencing yourself. Even several celebrities call Marylebone their home. However, they tend to keep to themselves a little more.

There are also many visitors in Marylebone, but the area is not overcrowded with tourists like many other iconic London areas are. 

One of the core attractions of Marylebone is its authentic music scene.

Wigmore Hall hosts more than 450 artists per year, while there are multiple smaller venues for other creatives. Artists and painters likewise feel at home in the area, thanks to modern theatrical events at The Cockpit and older paintings at The Wallace Collection.

Transport Connections In Marylebone

Being a residential hotspot in Central London, Marylebone offers a wide range of transport links and an efficient location. Instead of listing the stations or options, let's see the average commute times that residents in Marylebone have.

The City is only 3.7 miles away, with the fastest commute of 20 minutes by transit. Canary Wharf is 7 miles to the East. It will take you half an hour to get there by transit, also the fastest option. Westminster sits 2.6 miles away, which is just a 15-minute bike ride.

Marylebone's High Street

Most of the action goes on the high street of Marylebone, where residents and locals enjoy authentic cafés, bakeries, coffee shops, and several top-tier retailers. The Conran Shop is a case in point, with its catchy home goods and designer items.

The dining scene in Marylebone is vast. It will take you hours to explore all of them, and it is not needed. Lots of places offer something that you most likely find tasty and exciting to try, as options range from affordable ethnic food to luxury Michelin star-rated spots. And more restaurants and cafés are regularly popping up in Marylebone, so anyone will find a snack to challenge taste buds.

Property Settings In Marylebone

Magnificent period homes make up most of the property scene in Marylebone. They might be single-family homes, but most have been transformed into multi-family apartments. It makes them a decent option for singles and couples moving to Marylebone.

Once, all property in the area belonged to one powerful family, so most homes look similar and have a consistent design. What's more, many of them come with vistas of striking private gardens.

Generally, the prospect of living in Marylebone has been attracting many locals and foreigners for several years. As a result, the area welcomes several top-tier developers who deliver new-build homes, making the neighbourhood one of the most active new-build property hotspots in London. Walk toward Gloucester Place, and you will find more new-build homes and student living corners.

Places To Visit In Marylebone

The Sherlock Holmes Museum

This museum won’t need an introduction. This place pays homage to Sherlock Holmes, the world-renowned fictional detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. 

Locals and visitors come to see the famous study where Sherlock solved the most complex crimes. There is also a book where visitors can leave their name and date of a visit if they want to.

Marylebone Farmers’ Market

Be sure to visit the market in Marylebone as it will highlight any visit to the area. It opens on Sunday and is a trendy foodie and drink hotspot.

Pick up ready foods or get produce and have a picnic in the nearby Paddington Street Gardens — can a Sunday night get any better?