Living in Islington

A fairly residential area with a mixed demographic, Islington is just north of the City Centre surrounded by Camden Town, Highbury and Dalston. Islington has fantastic amenities from shopping districts, trendy pubs and a good amount of restaurants to choose from. The area boasts great transport links too, being so close to the City, it’s a breeze to get where you need to be.

Area key takeouts

Trendy Community

Excellent Amenities

Excellent Transport Links

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Islington in a snapshot

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Islington, as a borough, is densely populated with a diverse and relatively younger population. With a lot of different educational facilities surrounding the area, the student population in Islington is quite large. The area is said to be affluent too, with a lot of media personalities and politicians living in the area.

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If you’re wanting to travel or commute to Islington, you won’t have a problem getting there. The area boasts a number of tube and train stations, along with bus services running all day throughout Islington. If you want to save money, you can always walk into the city! From Islington to King’s Cross takes around 25 minutes to walk.

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Islington is home to a wide variety of amenities that visitors and residents love and are proud of. Notable mentions are a huge range of restaurants, cafes and bars from every culture imaginable. Whatever you're fancying for dinner, Islington will have it. Plus the arts scene is fantastic too with the area being home to a number of theatres and performing arts facilities. 

Demographic

Students, Young Professionals, Families, Welcoming, Trendy Community

Attributes

Excellent shopping areas, Transport links, Places to walk, Arts and Entertainment venues, Restaurants, Cafes, Bars

Safety

Islington is a populated area both weekdays and weekends, with a variety of visitors and residents so the area is perfectly safe due to it's busy nature

Welcome to Islington

A popular, trendy neighbourhood close to the heart of central London. With a mix of restaurants, cool nightlife and excellent residential areas, these are our top picks for living in Islington.

A short walk to Sadler's Wells Theatre

A Grade II listed building, opened in 1683, Sadler's Wells is one of London's top performance venues. The theatre is home to a 1,500-seat auditorium and various studios and rehearsal rooms, with it being one of the world's leading dance venues. The theatre has started hosting more touring productions in recent times. With audiences of over half a million a year, Sadler's Wells Theatre is a performing arts institute with something for everyone to enjoy. 

Home to the Camden Passage

The Camden Passage is a pedestrian-only street minutes away from Angel tube station. The street is famous for it's antique stores, markets and a mixed variety of independent shops and trendy cafes. A hidden gem amongst the hustle and bustle, Camden Passage hosts markets almost every day of the week with traders and stalls ranging from antiques, books, vintage and retro clothing and pictures. 

Home to The Screen on the Green

A homage to old-fashioned cinema with it's neon lights and retro exterior, The Screen on the Green is a single screen cinema facing Islington Green. As one of the oldest, continuously running cinemas in the UK, opened in 1913, the cinema offers a range of films and special events for audiences to watch and enjoy. Ranging from newly released films, National Theatre Live events, and film festivals.

Islington

Amenities

Supermarkets
Sainsbury's , Tesco Express , Budgens
Gyms
Orangetheory Fitness , Third Space Islington , F45 Training

Universities

City and Islington College
City, University of London
London Metropolitan University
CASS Business School

Transport Links

Tube Stations
Highbury & Islington - Victoria Line , Angel - Northern Line
Train Stations
Highbury & Islington - London Overground , Essex Road - Great Northern
Bus Services
4, 19, 30, 38, 43, 153, 205, 214, N19, N41

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Cost of living in the area

Monthly Rent Average

House

£3,491

Per month, based on 3 bedroom property

Halls

£1,521

Per month, dependant on chosen halls

Cost of Bills

Utilities

£100.00

Per Month

Wifi

£26.00

Per Month

Council Tax

£1,093

Per Year

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Connectivity

Fibre Download Speeds

80 Mbps

Fibre Upload Speeds

20 Mbps

5G/4G

Good Coverage

Based on all major phone networks

Other Expenses

Pint of Beer

£5.00

Gym Membership

£19.99

Per Month

Weekly Food Shop

£25.00

The best spots in Islington

For Coffee

Redemption Roasters

A cosy, trendy coffee shop that serves delicious coffee and brunch, with a peaceful garden area.

For Brunch

Sunday Cafe

An independent brunch spot serving decadent breakfast and lunch food. Be sure to try their stuffed French toast sandwiches! 

For Food

Ottolenghi

A chic restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a North African and Middle Eastern twist.

For Drinks

Little Bat Bar

A Victorian style bar with the friendly feel of a pub serving cocktails and a compact food menu

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Frequently asked questions about Islington

Is Islington safe?

Living in Islington is safe with the area being very busy due to tourists, visitors and residents. Although Islington's crime rates aren't the lowest in London, there is increased police presence during those busier times. Islington council also have various neighbourhood watch schemes to help combat crime within the area and borough.

What is the average rent price in Islington?

The average rent price per month, based on 3 bedroom property in Islington is £3,491.

Does Islington have good transport links?

Islington boasts a number of tube and train stations, along with bus services running all day throughout Islington. If you want to save money, you can always walk into the city! From Islington to King’s Cross takes around 25 minutes to walk.

What are the best brunch spots in Islington?

There are a number of excellent brunch spots in Islington, including, The Breakfast Club, Megan's, Brother Marcus and Euphorium, just to name a few. 

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