Once a relatively overlooked corner of south London, Camberwell has been thrust into the spotlight after Time Out ranked it the fourth coolest neighbourhood in the world in 2025.
Residents have responded with a mix of pride at its long-awaited recognition and concern for the future – with questions about how rising cultural currency may affect the communities that define it.
Laeticia Lucy, a lifelong Camberwell resident, said: “How many different people you meet, how many amazing cuisines there are, how many languages you hear on the bus – that’s why people love Camberwell, and I’d be devastated if that started to shift.”
Featured image credit: Emily Driver
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