Islington

Theatre and film culture

Islington is home to theatres, independent cinemas, and the iconic Screen on the Green, one of the oldest continuously running cinemas in London.

Shopping and street life

Upper Street and Camden Passage offer independent shops, antique markets, and a vibrant mix of restaurants, bars, and cafés.

Heritage and green space

Georgian and Victorian terraces sit alongside post-war architecture, with open spaces like Highbury Fields adding breathing room to city living.

Local highlights

A few of the places that make Islington such a popular part of London.

Screen on the Green, Angel

One of London’s oldest cinemas, with a striking neon façade and a programme of live screenings, film festivals, Q&A sessions, and midnight showings of cult classics.

Camden Passage antiques

A community-focused alternative to bigger London markets, Camden Passage is a treasure trove of vintage finds, from furniture and jewellery to rare collectibles.

Upper Street dining and nightlife

Upper Street is the social spine of Islington, lined with restaurants, gastropubs, cocktail bars, and independent shops that keep the area buzzing day and night.

Emirates Stadium, Highbury

Home to Arsenal Football Club, the Emirates Stadium offers guided tours through the dressing rooms, media suite, and pitchside, and is a landmark for any football fan.

Highbury Fields

One of the oldest public open spaces in London, Highbury Fields offers a large green escape with tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a playground, right in the heart of the borough.

Islington has a wide and diverse selection of property, shaped by centuries of development and renewal across the borough. You will find everything from flat-fronted Georgian and early Victorian terraces to post-war apartment blocks and modern new builds, giving Islington a broad range of options for buyers, renters, and investors.

A defining feature of the property landscape here is the contrast between historic streetscapes and more recent development. Much of the borough suffered bomb damage during the Blitz, and the gaps were filled during the 1950s and 60s with striking modern flats. Today, new build property continues to share the skyline alongside period housing, creating a varied and evolving market.

Architectural mix: Islington features Georgian terraces, Victorian housing, mid-century estates, and contemporary developments, giving the borough one of the most diverse property profiles in North London.

The area also benefits from strong conservation protections, particularly around streets near Angel and Barnsbury, preserving the character of its period housing. Combined with excellent transport links and a central location, these qualities make Islington consistently attractive across all segments of the market.