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Archway East

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About

Archway East is a residential and commercial area in the northern part of Islington, London. It sits near the border of Camden and Haringey, with good transport links via Archway Underground station. The area features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with modern apartment buildings. Local shops, cafes, and pubs line the main roads, serving both residents and commuters.

The area is close to green spaces like Highgate Wood and Waterlow Park, offering outdoor recreation. Archway East has a practical, local feel, with schools and community facilities catering to families. The Archway Tower and Whittington Hospital are notable landmarks. While quieter than central Islington, it benefits from easy access to central London via the Northern Line.

Area overview

On average Archway East has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 117 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Archway East is £58,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Archway East: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
117
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
36.8%
Connectivity
7/10

Area Profile

Archway East Population
9,571
Population density
16,056 per km²

Demographics

British
4,025
42.05%
Other White
1,633
17.06%
African
775
8.1%
Other
582
6.08%
Irish
393
4.11%
Total population: 9,571

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,035
25.67%
Social rents from council
1,028
25.5%
Owns with a mortgage
777
19.27%
Owns outright
589
14.61%
Other social rented
461
11.43%
Total households: 4,032

Property prices in Archway East

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £625,000 in Archway East area, with individual transactions ranging from £275,000 up to £2,200,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats45£540,000
Semi-Detached3£1,410,000
Terraced19£1,150,000

10 years price trend in Archway East

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.