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Lower Holloway

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About

Lower Holloway is a residential area in the London Borough of Islington, located north of Holloway Road. The area is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with modern apartment buildings. It has good transport links, with Holloway Road Underground station providing access to the Piccadilly line. The area is close to amenities such as supermarkets, cafes, and local shops, catering to everyday needs.

Lower Holloway is near several green spaces, including Paradise Park and Whittington Park, offering recreational options. The area is also home to the Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal Football Club, which attracts visitors on match days. While primarily residential, Lower Holloway has a practical, community-focused atmosphere, with schools and healthcare facilities serving the local population. The blend of housing and convenience makes it a functional part of Islington.

Area overview

On average Lower Holloway has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 150 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lower Holloway is £68,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Lower Holloway: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has excellent public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
150
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
35.9%
Connectivity
9/10

Area Profile

Lower Holloway Population
12,420
Population density
15,377 per km²

Demographics

British
4,542
36.58%
Other White
2,514
20.24%
African
896
7.22%
Other
621
5%
Chinese
510
4.11%
Total population: 12,418

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,995
35.23%
Social rents from council
957
16.9%
Other social rented
949
16.76%
Owns with a mortgage
863
15.24%
Owns outright
493
8.71%
Total households: 5,663

Property prices in Lower Holloway

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £532,500 in Lower Holloway area, with individual transactions ranging from £156,000 up to £1,685,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats82£518,750
Semi-Detached4£840,000
Terraced6£1,035,000

10 years price trend in Lower Holloway

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Data Sources

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