Farringdon is a vibrant area located in the Borough of Islington. It has a welcoming and youthful vibe, making it a popular area in London for renters. Known for its lively nightlife scene and trendy restaurants, Farringdon is perfect for students and young professionals.
Young demographic
Good transport links
Good nightlife
Farringdon is known for Smithfield Market, a centre for meat trading since medieval times. It is the largest wholesale meat market in the UK and one of the largest of its kind in Europe. It’s worth a visit, particularly in the early hours of the morning when the market is in full swing.
Living in Farringdon is ideal for renters who want to be close to the city centre. It offers easy access to the rest of the city by bus, tube or on foot. Farringdon has a London Underground service and a connected main line National Rail station in Clerkenwell.
Farringdon is home to a variety of unique bars and restaurants. Notable mentions include a chocolate cocktail bar and a ping pong bar. If you’re after a fun night out then Farringdon is the place to go if you want more than the run of the mill chains.
Young Professionals, Welcoming, Lively Community
Nightclubs, Restaurants, Bars, Transport links
Farringdon has a slightly above average crime rate due to its busy nightlife scene, with some cases of anti-social behaviour. However, on the whole Farringdon is a safe place to live.
Exmouth Market is a semi-pedestrianised street in Farringdon, filled with independent businesses. The street is lined with a number of bakeries, a flower shop, restaurants, as well as a pub or two. On weekdays there are food stalls that serve a variety of cuisines. Spend an afternoon wandering down the street and soaking up the relaxed and carefree atmosphere.
Fabric has established itself as one of London's top clubbing landmarks. Located in a former meatpacking warehouse, the club's three rooms are packed out every weekend with some of the world’s best DJs. Featuring all of the latest names in electro, house, techno and more, this is the place to come for a great night out with friends.
Bounce is the home of ping pong, combining a mix of games, a fun-fuelled atmosphere & delicious food and cocktails. This is the ultimate place to take a group of friends, with seventeen bespoke ping pong tables for you to use and enjoy.
Exmouth Market is a semi-pedestrianised street in Farringdon, filled with independent businesses. The street is lined with a number of bakeries, a flower shop, restaurants, as well as a pub or two. On weekdays there are food stalls that serve a variety of cuisines. Spend an afternoon wandering down the street and soaking up the relaxed and carefree atmosphere.
Fabric has established itself as one of London's top clubbing landmarks. Located in a former meatpacking warehouse, the club's three rooms are packed out every weekend with some of the world’s best DJs. Featuring all of the latest names in electro, house, techno and more, this is the place to come for a great night out with friends.
Bounce is the home of ping pong, combining a mix of games, a fun-fuelled atmosphere & delicious food and cocktails. This is the ultimate place to take a group of friends, with seventeen bespoke ping pong tables for you to use and enjoy.
House
£3,560
Per month, based on a 3 bedroom property
Halls
£1,496
Per month, dependant on chosen halls
Utilities
£100
Per month
Wi-Fi
£26
Per month
Council Tax
£1090
Per year
Fibre Download Speed
80Mbps
Fibre Upload Speed
20Mbps
5G/4G
Good Coverage
Based on all major phone networks
Pint of Beer
£5
Gym Membership
£20
Per month
Weekly Food Shop
£25
A specialty coffee shop with large windows to watch the world go by.
A chic brunch spot offering a delicious range of seasonal, home-cooked food.
A subterranean cocktail bar with explorer-style décor and live music, serving cocktails and rare spirits.
Fidelio Café is the ideal spot for a romantic date night, serving delicious European food with live orchestral music being performed.
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On the whole, living in Farringdon tends to be fairly safe. However due to its thriving nightlife scene, there are sometimes some cases of anti-social behaviour.
Living in Farringdon is a foodie’s heaven. For the best restaurants in Farringdon, we recommend that you head to Exmouth Market for a huge selection of delicious independent eateries.
Due to its central location, renting in Farringdon is on the more expensive side. The average rent price is approximately £3,500 per month, based on a three bed property.
Farringdon has a London Underground service and a connected main line National Rail station in Clerkenwell. The Underground station is served by the Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines between King's Cross St Pancras and Barbican.
Farringdon doesn't have the largest student population. However, due to its proximity to Anglia Ruskin University and Fordham University, it is beginning to welcome a growing number of students to the neighbourhood. With affordable rent and a buzzing nightlife, Farringdon is becoming a hot spot for students.