Old Compton Street, London

Scores

Safety by day 7.2/10, at night 6/10.

About Saint Giles

A compact central West End area with historic streets, modern offices and restaurants, and constant movement from shoppers, workers, and visitors. It sits near major London destinations and feels urban, lively, and highly connected.

Good for

• first-time visitors
• foodies
• culture lovers
• public transport users
• business travelers

Less suited to

• quiet seekers
• families
• pet owners
• people with limited mobility

Watch out for

• Expect heavy foot traffic and tourist activity, especially near Tottenham Court Road and the West End.
• Late evenings can feel busy and more chaotic than residential London areas.
• This is a central mixed-use area, so noise and crowds are more typical than in quieter neighborhoods.

Sources

• St Giles-in-the-Fields | The West End, London | Attractions
• Central Saint Giles - London
• St Giles High Street, London
• St. Giles in the Fields

Getting around

• Cambridge Circus Bus, 60 m
• Denmark Street Bus, 60 m
• Gerrard Place / Chinatown Bus, 120 m
• Dean Street / Chinatown Bus, 180 m
• Tottenham Court Road - Northern Line - Northbound - Platform 3 Metro, 210 m

0.7 km to the city center (Charing Cross).