A lively, trendy neighbourhood in East London, with many of the residents being students and young professionals. Centred by Shoreditch High Street and Old Street, the area has a huge variety of bars, clubs, restaurants and shops tailored to the Shoreditch demographic. Situated in Zone 1, it’s super close to the inner city of London being on the London Overground line.
Young Community
Student Demographic
Excellent Amenities
Excellent Transport Links
Shoreditch has always had the reputation of being the hip and arty area of London and rightly so. Many of the buildings within Shoreditch are covered in intricate street art, with Street Art Tours available every day to the public. You can even spot two Banksy pieces on Rivington Street, just off of Old Street.
Shoreditch has a mixed demographic with the majority of the residents being either students or young professionals and graduates. Many universities surround Shoreditch making it a very student friendly area, with the residential areas being filled with large student flats, apartments and communal houses.
The travel options within Shoreditch are plentiful and you’re able to travel freely to university or work, without stress. However the area can get very busy with commuters. There are multiple rail travel choices, from the underground to the overground and plenty of bus services going to and from the area.
Students, Young Professionals, Tourists, Trendy Vibe, Creative Scene
Excellent shopping areas, Transport links, Places to walk, Sporting and Leisure facilities, Street art, Markets
Shoreditch is known to be a busy area at night and on the weekends, so extra police presence occurs on those busier times where crime could occur. Other than that, Shoreditch is a safe area, busy with people, shops and a high student demographic
Stretching from Worship Street near Spitalfields to Old Street is Shoreditch High Street, the main shopping district in Shoreditch. The high street is home to many restaurants, cafes and bars that are culturally diverse, trendy and accessible for all demographics. Close to Shoreditch High Street is BOXPARK, a hub of events, street food and good times.
The famous Brick Lane is close to Shoreditch, and one of East London’s landmarks visited by people across the globe. Brick Lane is known for its vibrant Bangladeshi culture, authentic curry restaurants and a 24 hour Salt Beef Bagel spot which is praised by residents in the area. Brick Lane is also home to street art, vintage clothing stores and trendy bars, making it a hit with the younger demographic.
One of London’s most well-known markets is the Columbia Road Flower Market, located in-between Shoreditch and Bethnal Green. The market is host to a number of stalls that sell all things horticulture, from flowers and succulents to herbs and shrubs. The market is popular with tourists so prepare to barter like a true Londoner for those tulips!
Stretching from Worship Street near Spitalfields to Old Street is Shoreditch High Street, the main shopping district in Shoreditch. The high street is home to many restaurants, cafes and bars that are culturally diverse, trendy and accessible for all demographics. Close to Shoreditch High Street is BOXPARK, a hub of events, street food and good times.
The famous Brick Lane is close to Shoreditch, and one of East London’s landmarks visited by people across the globe. Brick Lane is known for its vibrant Bangladeshi culture, authentic curry restaurants and a 24 hour Salt Beef Bagel spot which is praised by residents in the area. Brick Lane is also home to street art, vintage clothing stores and trendy bars, making it a hit with the younger demographic.
One of London’s most well-known markets is the Columbia Road Flower Market, located in-between Shoreditch and Bethnal Green. The market is host to a number of stalls that sell all things horticulture, from flowers and succulents to herbs and shrubs. The market is popular with tourists so prepare to barter like a true Londoner for those tulips!
House
£2,608
Per month, based on 3 bedroom property
Halls
£991
Per month, dependant on chosen halls
Utilities
£75.00
Per month
Wifi
£35.00
Per month
Council Tax
£1,068.00
Per year
Fibre Download Speed
80 Mbps
Fibre Upload Speed
20 Mbps
5G/4G
Good Coverage
Based on all major phone networks
Pint of Beer
£4.50
Gym Membership
£34.99
Per month
Weekly Food Shop
£26.00
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A Victorian market home to 88 market and street food stalls, from authentic japanese to gourmet doughnuts
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There are a few transport links connecting Shoreditch to the rest of London and beyond. The main modes of transport are train or tube. Shoreditch is lucky to be in a central area with a few tube stations close by; Shoreditch High Street, Old Street and Hoxton are all in a short walking distance of each other. Old Street also has a train station manned by Great Northern, which has frequent trains going to Moorgate, Stevenage and Welwyn Garden City. There are a number of bus services going through Shoreditch too. These run all day and go to popular London areas like, Victoria, Clapham Junction, London Bridge and Oxford Circus.
Surrounding Shoreditch there is GCU Shoreditch University, London School of Fashion, The University of Law Moorgate and the London Institute of Photography.