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Living in North Kensington, MD

North Kensington Area Facts

  • North Kensington has a Livability Score of 87/100, which is considered exceptional
  • North Kensington crime rates are 56% lower than the Maryland average
  • Cost of living in North Kensington is 18% higher than the Maryland average
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in North Kensington? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Newport Mill Local Park
      Kensington Heights Park
      Goldstein Playground
      Connecticut Avenue Neighborhood Park
      Pleasant View Local Park
      College View Neighborhood Park
      Kensington Orchids Toddler Park
      Edith Throckmorton Neighborhood Park

      Entertainment

      Red Studio Gallery
      Fad Studio
      AMC Wheaton Mall 9
      Cinima 1
      Theater
      Concert Hall
      Wheaton Miniature Train
      The Music Center at Strathmore

      Food & Drink

      Liquor-Wine
      Dunkin'
      Baskin-Robbins
      Manny's Pizza and Subs
      McDonald's
      Jollibee
      Jersey Mike's Subs
      Five Guys

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in North Kensington? Of all people who commute, 13.4% take public transportation in North Kensington.
      Drive to Work
      67%

      9% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      13%

      8% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      0%

      2% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is North Kensington a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Kensington Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors