Laycock Ward is located in the southern part of Islington, London, near the border with Camden. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, as well as some modern apartment buildings. It is well-connected by public transport, with nearby stations like Kentish Town and Gospel Oak providing access to the Overground and Northern Line. The ward includes parts of the Dartmouth Park and Tufnell Park neighborhoods, known for their quiet, tree-lined streets.
Local amenities include small independent shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to the community’s needs. Nearby green spaces like Parliament Hill Fields and Waterlow Park offer recreational opportunities. The area has a strong sense of community, with active residents' associations and local events. Laycock Ward is also home to several schools, making it a practical choice for families. Its proximity to central London adds to its appeal for commuters.
On average Laycock has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 180 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 44.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Laycock is £66,545 per year. There are 6 schools in Laycock: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.
Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £755,050 in Laycock area, with individual transactions ranging from £307,500 up to £2,850,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 49 | £525,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 2 | £1,925,000 |
| Terraced | 15 | £1,500,000 |
10 years price trend in Laycock
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Laycock Street
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Upper Street
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Canonbury Lane
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Keen's Yard
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Colebeck Mews
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Geary Street
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George's Road
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Madras Place
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Court Gardens
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Brewery Road
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Lough Road
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Crane Grove
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Barnsbury East
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Bewdley Street
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Edwards Mews
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Laycock Street
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Upper Street
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Arundel Square
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Brewery Road
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Arundel Square
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Watkinson Road
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Cottage Road
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Arundel Square
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The Drive
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Caledonian Road
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Highbury Corner
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Highbury Corner
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Highbury Fields
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Ellington Street
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Highbury Fields
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Lower Holloway
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George's Road
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Mackenzie Road
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Roman Way
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Armour Close
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Market Road
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The Drive
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Highbury Fields
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Laycock Street
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Barnsbury East
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Arundel Square
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Mackenzie Road
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Highbury Fields
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Ellington Street
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Bride Street
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Centurion Close
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Roman Way
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Islington North & Canonbury West
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Islington North & Canonbury West
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Barnsbury Street
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Islington North & Canonbury West
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Hartnoll Street
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George's Road
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Fieldway Crescent
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Caledonian Road
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Piper Close
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Bride Street
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Lough Road
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Highbury Fields
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Crossley Street
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The Drive
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The Drive
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The Drive
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Vulcan Way
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Brewery Road
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Hampton Court
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Upper Street
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Highbury Fields
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Watkinson Road
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Sheringham Road
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Eden Grove
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Watkinson Road
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The Drive
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The Drive
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Cottage Road
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Jupiter Way
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Caledonian Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.