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Islington

England / London / Islington

About

Islington is a district in North London, known for its mix of residential and commercial areas. It covers a range of neighbourhoods, including Angel, Highbury, and Canonbury. The area features Georgian and Victorian architecture, with many terraced houses and garden squares. Upper Street is a central hub, lined with shops, restaurants, and theatres.

Islington has a strong cultural presence, with venues like the Almeida Theatre and the Union Chapel hosting performances. The district is also home to Emirates Stadium, the home of Arsenal Football Club. Green spaces such as Highbury Fields and Clissold Park provide recreational areas. Transport links include the London Underground’s Northern and Victoria lines, as well as Overground services.

Area overview

On average Islington has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 177 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Islington is £65,842 per year. There are 78 schools in Islington: 46 primary (8 Outstanding and 35 Good) and 10 secondary (5 Outstanding and 4 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
177
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
38.1%
Connectivity
9/10

Property prices in Islington

Based on 1,751 recent sales, the median property price is £625,000 in Islington area, with individual transactions ranging from £132,500 up to £6,500,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£2,047,500
Flats1,455£580,000
Semi-Detached33£1,825,000
Terraced255£1,415,000

10 years price trend in Islington

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.