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Shacklewell is a residential area in the London Borough of Hackney, located between Dalston and Stoke Newington. The ward is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, alongside modern housing developments. It has a strong sense of community, with local shops, cafes, and green spaces like Shacklewell Row Park providing gathering spots for residents.

The area is well-connected, with bus routes linking it to central London and nearby Overground stations at Dalston Kingsland and Rectory Road. Shacklewell has a growing reputation for its creative scene, with small galleries and independent businesses adding to its character. While quieter than neighboring Dalston, it retains a distinct urban feel with a blend of long-standing residents and newer arrivals.

Area overview

On average Shacklewell has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 127 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 43.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shacklewell is £53,367 per year. There are 5 schools in Shacklewell: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

127

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

7/10

Area Profile

Shacklewell Population

9,127

Population density

21,110.6 per km²

Demographics

British

2,600

28.5%

Other White

1,490

16.33%

African

1,208

13.24%

Other

735

8.06%

Caribbean

659

7.22%

Total population: 9,124

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,108

29.13%

Other social rented

878

23.09%

Social rents from council

748

19.67%

Owns with a mortgage

578

15.2%

Owns outright

309

8.13%

Total households: 3,803

Property prices in Shacklewell

Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £566,950 in Shacklewell area, with individual transactions ranging from £305,000 up to £1,685,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Shacklewell over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	50	£495,000	£342,250	£433,500	£584,840	£715,088
Terraced	16	£1,130,000	£655,000	£860,000	£1,237,500	£1,568,750

10 years median price trend in Shacklewell

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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