Newington Green, also known as Stoke Newington, is a residential suburb found in north London, straddling the border between Islington and Hackney. The green itself was once a traffic island, but has since been renovated into a park. With a mix of leafy parklands, vibrant social scene, and array of independent businesses, Newington Green is becoming increasingly popular with renters.
Safe Area
Welcoming Community
Excellent Amenities
Newington Green is steeped in history. Mary Wollstonecraft, a philosopher and author lived in the area and brought her girls' school with her, earning the Green its 'birthplace of feminism' credit.
Although Newington Green doesn’t have a tube line, countless bus routes run through the Green at regular intervals. With services going to King's Cross, Euston and the West End.
Newington Green has a number of vintage markets, antique furniture shops and car boot sales. Walking around the area's residential side streets you'll also often find furniture, shoes and handbags, in perfect condition, for free.
Families, Young Professionals
Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Transport links, Green Spaces
As it’s a fairly residential area, Stoke Newington tends to be very safe, with a friendly community and a large proportion of people being families.
Taking a stroll through Clissold Park is one of the best things to do in Newington Green. The park is packed with everything from expansive lawns to a small zoo. Between them lie flower beds, fountains, lakes and tennis courts. You’ll also find the stunning 18th-century Clissold House, which is now a cafe.
If you’re after a bargain, head to the Princess May car boot sale for the ultimate retro goods. The area’s stylists are known to both sell their old kit here, so be sure to head down to stock up on the best vintage bargains. The sale is on every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 2pm.
Decorated with an abundance of leafy plants, The Green Room Café is the perfect brunch spot. You can browse their potted plants and flowers, before heading to the back of the cafe to enjoy something to eat in their outdoor courtyard. Choose from salad bowls, egg dishes or delicious coffee and cakes.
Taking a stroll through Clissold Park is one of the best things to do in Newington Green. The park is packed with everything from expansive lawns to a small zoo. Between them lie flower beds, fountains, lakes and tennis courts. You’ll also find the stunning 18th-century Clissold House, which is now a cafe.
If you’re after a bargain, head to the Princess May car boot sale for the ultimate retro goods. The area’s stylists are known to both sell their old kit here, so be sure to head down to stock up on the best vintage bargains. The sale is on every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 2pm.
Decorated with an abundance of leafy plants, The Green Room Café is the perfect brunch spot. You can browse their potted plants and flowers, before heading to the back of the cafe to enjoy something to eat in their outdoor courtyard. Choose from salad bowls, egg dishes or delicious coffee and cakes.
House
£2300
Per month, based on a 3 bedroom property
Halls
£766
Per month, dependant on chosen halls
Utilities
£135
Per month
Wi-Fi
£30
Per month
Council Tax
£1257
Per year
Fibre Download Speed
80Mbps
Fibre Upload Speed
20Mbps
Pint of Beer
£4
Gym membership
£30
Weekly food shop
£30
An independent coffee house and bakery, serving local produce.
A brunch spot serving Middle Eastern flavours.
Italian-inspired dining, serving rich ragus and ravioli.
A glamorous cabaret bar, with live music and £5 cocktails on Thursdays.
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Newington Green straddles the border between Islington and Hackney.
The postcode is within the Stoke Newington ward/electoral division. The most common start of the postcode for is N16.
Stoke Newington is a safe and friendly location, mainly due to the fact that it’s a residential area.
In the borough of Hackney, the average cost of Council Tax based on a band D property is £1,238.48. In the borough of Islington, the average cost of Council Tax based on a band D property is £1276.48.
Based on a three bed property, the average price of rent for a Newington Green property is £2,300.
Newington Green is in Zone 2.