London neighbourhoods: Islington Green vs Newington Green

Nestled in the heart of North London lie two desirable enclaves, Islington Green and Newington Green.

Around two miles apart at opposite ends of Essex Road, each spot has its own character and charm, vying for the attention of discerning buyers and tenants alike. Here, our property experts examine what makes each Green a desirable postcode for choosing your next home.

Islington Green: A quintessential blend of culture and connectivity

Islington Green

Islington Green, with its elegant Georgian townhouses, garden squares and an array of boutiques, cafés, and theatres, exudes a cosmopolitan allure. The area is a magnet for professionals seeking a refined urban lifestyle within arm’s reach of the City. Connectivity is a key advantage here; Angel tube station offers ultra convenient access to London’s financial districts and beyond, giving a compelling reason to settle here for those seeking convenience.

“As the focal point and beating heart of Angel, Islington Green has it all. Adjacent Upper Street and Camden Passage have enough shops, bars, and restaurants that you could never want for more, there are attractive garden squares in every direction and proximity to Regents Canal gives access to picturesque walking and running routes. Underpinning the area’s popularity is the ultra-convenient transport link from Angel station which is only a few stops from Bank.”
Christopher Morris – Partner, lettings, Cluttons Islington

Islington stands out as an area of choice for professionals and families alike. Cultural landmarks like the Almeida Theatre, Saddler’s Wells Theatre and the Screen on the Green cinema offer residents a taste of North London’s rich arts scene. Islington’s Upper Street is a culinary haven, with an eclectic mix of independent restaurants such as Le Mercury and Fredericks but also recognisable upmarket names such as Ottolenghi. Camden Passage is a mecca for antique buyers and whilst some of the retailers have been pushed out by rising rents there remains a thriving trade.

Newington Green: A vibrant hub that has soared in popularity

Turning to Newington Green, Victorian terraces are commonplace and tranquil tree lined streets create a more residential feel. It attracts a creative crowd, drawn to its independent shops and community-centric ethos. While slightly more removed from the bustle of Upper Street, Newington Green is nonetheless well-connected, with Canonbury station and numerous bus routes in close proximity.

I’ve been a fan of Newington Green since I lived in the area few years ago.  There are numerous tree-lined streets on offer such as Pyrland, Poets and Petherton Road with a variety of housing stock available.  Transport links are good and the immediate area enjoys a good mix of cafes, pubs and restaurants.  Another key highlight for me is the proximity to Green Lanes, Dalston, Stoke Newington and Upper street” James Teulon – Cluttons Islington office head & sales

The Green itself is a focal point, surrounded by some notable cafes and restaurants including Perilla, Jolene and Trattoria. Long standing and popular establishments like the Newington Green Fruit and Vegetables shop underscore the area’s commitment to local business. Newington Green is an increasingly popular pocket for those looking for a balance between community living and urban city life.

Newington Green

Green vs Green

Islington Green and Newington Green present persuasive cases and both are fiercely popular. Islington Green’s bustling streets and strategic position as well as proximity to the city and the vibrancy of the area are attractive prospects for urban living.

In contrast, Newington Green’s balanced appeal may allure those in search of community and a calmer lifestyle. For homebuyers and tenants, the area offers a peaceful retreat that still retains swift links to the City. Families and creative professionals, in particular, are drawn to the area’s unique character and sense of neighbourhood.

Average house prices

Data from Rightmove* shows that properties around Islington Green, N1 had an overall average price of £1,353,039 over the last year, and properties around Newington Green , N16* had an overall price of £860,968 over the last year.  

Both Greens serve distinct groups of buyers and tenants, and they both share a high demand for property, with there being some overlap between the two areas. Our expectation is the popularity of both areas will endure. It could be argued that Newington Green has more potential for growth, but Islington Green’s exclusive status is unlikely to change anytime soon.

And the winner is…

In the case Islington Green vs Newington Green, there is no clear victor. Instead, buyers and renters have the unenviable task of choosing between two of North London’s most sought-after destinations. It really comes down to what lifestyle you are seeking and which factors are most important to you. In the end, it may just be where your favourite spot is for a flat white.

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*Data sourced 18 April 2024.

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Islington

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Stand out from the ordinary with Cluttons estate agents

Properties to rent in Islington

Kensington Gardens Square, Bayswater, London, W2
£9,200 per week

Kensington Gardens Square, Bayswater, London, W2

Manresa Road, Chelsea, London, SW3
£8,500 per week

Manresa Road, Chelsea, London, SW3

Albion Street, Hyde Park, London, W2
£5,769 per week

Albion Street, Hyde Park, London, W2

Dorset Street, Marylebone, London, W1U
£3,250 per week

Dorset Street, Marylebone, London, W1U

Cadogan Gardens, Chelsea, London, SW3
£2,600 per week

Cadogan Gardens, Chelsea, London, SW3

Elizabeth Street, Belgravia, London, SW1W
£2,250 per week

Elizabeth Street, Belgravia, London, SW1W

Edgware Road, Paddington, London, W2
£2,000 per week

Edgware Road, Paddington, London, W2

Southwick Street, London, W2
£1,845 per week

Southwick Street, London, W2

King Stairs Close, Rotherhithe, London, SE16
£1,750 per week

King Stairs Close, Rotherhithe, London, SE16

Colebrooke Row, Islington, London, N1
£1,500 per week

Colebrooke Row, Islington, London, N1

Clarendon Place, Hyde Park, London, W2
£1,269 per week

Clarendon Place, Hyde Park, London, W2

Great Titchfield Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1W
£1,250 per week

Great Titchfield Street, Fitzrovia, London, W1W

Upper Berkeley Street, Marylebone, London, W1H
£1,250 per week

Upper Berkeley Street, Marylebone, London, W1H

Hill Street, Hyde Park, London, W1J
£1,204 per week

Hill Street, Hyde Park, London, W1J

Lancaster Gate, Hyde Park, London, W2
£1,154 per week

Lancaster Gate, Hyde Park, London, W2

Cadogan Gardens, Chelsea, London, SW3
£1,150 per week

Cadogan Gardens, Chelsea, London, SW3

Stanhope Gardens, London, SW7
£1,148 per week

Stanhope Gardens, London, SW7

Garrett Mansions, Hyde Park, London, W2
£1,134 per week

Garrett Mansions, Hyde Park, London, W2

Tea Trade Wharf, Tower Bridge, London, SE1
£1,096 per week

Tea Trade Wharf, Tower Bridge, London, SE1

145 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3
£1,075 per week

145 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3

Fulham Road, South Kensington, London, SW3
£1,060 per week

Fulham Road, South Kensington, London, SW3

Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3
£1,050 per week

Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3

145 Fulham Road, South Kensington, London, SW3
£1,050 per week

145 Fulham Road, South Kensington, London, SW3

79-81 Lexham Gardens, Chelsea, London, W8
£1,050 per week

79-81 Lexham Gardens, Chelsea, London, W8

Duke Of York Square, Knightsbridge, London, SW3
£1,050 per week

Duke Of York Square, Knightsbridge, London, SW3

Fulham Road, South Kensington, London, SW3
£1,030 per week

Fulham Road, South Kensington, London, SW3

50 Sloane Street, Chelsea, London, SW1X
£995 per week

50 Sloane Street, Chelsea, London, SW1X

Edgware Road, Hyde Park, London, W2
£995 per week

Edgware Road, Hyde Park, London, W2

Stanhope Gardens, South Kensington, London, SW7
£955 per week

Stanhope Gardens, South Kensington, London, SW7

Tea Trade Wharf, Shad Thames, London, SE1
£923 per week

Tea Trade Wharf, Shad Thames, London, SE1

Christchurch Street, Chelsea, London, SW3
£923 per week

Christchurch Street, Chelsea, London, SW3

Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3
£900 per week

Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3

Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3
£900 per week

Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3

Lower Sloane Street, Chelsea, London, SW1W
£895 per week

Lower Sloane Street, Chelsea, London, SW1W

Gloucester Place, Marylebone, London, W1U
£875 per week

Gloucester Place, Marylebone, London, W1U

Manchester Street, Marylebone, London, W1U
£860 per week

Manchester Street, Marylebone, London, W1U

Mayfield Road, Islington, London, E17
£860 per week

Mayfield Road, Islington, London, E17

Edgware Road, London, W2
£850 per week

Edgware Road, London, W2

Kendal Street, Hyde Park, London, W2
£850 per week

Kendal Street, Hyde Park, London, W2

Compass Court, 39 Shad Thames, Shad Thames, London, SE1
£808 per week

Compass Court, 39 Shad Thames, Shad Thames, London, SE1

St. Pancras Chambers, Islington, London, NW1
£808 per week

St. Pancras Chambers, Islington, London, NW1

Wapping Wall, Wapping, London, E1W
£800 per week

Wapping Wall, Wapping, London, E1W

Kensington Gardens Square, Bayswater, London, W2
£790 per week

Kensington Gardens Square, Bayswater, London, W2

East Lane, Shad Thames, London, SE16
£785 per week

East Lane, Shad Thames, London, SE16

Hill Street, Mayfair, London, W1J
£756 per week

Hill Street, Mayfair, London, W1J

Hill Street, Mayfair, London, W1J
£756 per week

Hill Street, Mayfair, London, W1J

Mill Street, Shad Thames, London, SE1
£750 per week

Mill Street, Shad Thames, London, SE1

Manchester Street, Marylebone, Marylebone, W1U
£745 per week

Manchester Street, Marylebone, Marylebone, W1U

Cheval Place, Knightsbridge, London, SW7
£725 per week

Cheval Place, Knightsbridge, London, SW7

Southwick Street, Hyde Park, London, W2
£715 per week

Southwick Street, Hyde Park, London, W2

Kings Road, Chelsea, London, SW3
£695 per week

Kings Road, Chelsea, London, SW3

Lombard Road, Battersea, London, SW11
£692 per week

Lombard Road, Battersea, London, SW11

Manchester Street, Hyde Park, London, W1U
£690 per week

Manchester Street, Hyde Park, London, W1U

Coriander Court, Shad Thames, London, SE1
£669 per week

Coriander Court, Shad Thames, London, SE1

Canonbury Square, Islington, London, N1
£650 per week

Canonbury Square, Islington, London, N1

Wellesley House, Chelsea, London, SW1W
£650 per week

Wellesley House, Chelsea, London, SW1W

Wapping Wall, Wapping, London, E1W
£650 per week

Wapping Wall, Wapping, London, E1W

Kings Road, Chelsea, London, SW3
£635 per week

Kings Road, Chelsea, London, SW3

Seymour Place, Marylebone, London, W1H
£625 per week

Seymour Place, Marylebone, London, W1H

Hill Street, Mayfair, London, W1J
£620 per week

Hill Street, Mayfair, London, W1J

Boss Street, Shad Thames, London, SE1
£600 per week

Boss Street, Shad Thames, London, SE1

Queens Gate Gardens, Kensington, London, SW7
£600 per week

Queens Gate Gardens, Kensington, London, SW7

3 Jardine Road, Wapping, London, E1W
£586 per week

3 Jardine Road, Wapping, London, E1W

Cayenne Court, Shad Thames, London, SE1
£577 per week

Cayenne Court, Shad Thames, London, SE1

New Crane Place, Wapping, London, E1W
£577 per week

New Crane Place, Wapping, London, E1W

Devonport, London, W2
£575 per week

Devonport, London, W2

Shad Thames, Tower Bridge, London, SE1
£565 per week

Shad Thames, Tower Bridge, London, SE1

Duncan Street, Islington, London, N1
£565 per week

Duncan Street, Islington, London, N1

Boss House, Tower Bridge, London, SE1
£565 per week

Boss House, Tower Bridge, London, SE1

Lisson Street, Regents Park, London, NW1
£535 per week

Lisson Street, Regents Park, London, NW1

Crawford Street, Marylebone, London, W1H
£525 per week

Crawford Street, Marylebone, London, W1H

Meridian Court, Shad Thames, London, SE16
£519 per week

Meridian Court, Shad Thames, London, SE16

Bermondsey Wall West, Shad Thames, London, SE16
£508 per week

Bermondsey Wall West, Shad Thames, London, SE16

Dunelm Street, Limehouse, London, E1
£500 per week

Dunelm Street, Limehouse, London, E1

Montagu Mews South, Marylebone, London, W1H
£495 per week

Montagu Mews South, Marylebone, London, W1H

Sloane Avenue, Chelsea, London, SW3
£495 per week

Sloane Avenue, Chelsea, London, SW3

City Island Way, London, E14
£462 per week

City Island Way, London, E14

Montagu Square, Hyde Park, London, W1H
£460 per week

Montagu Square, Hyde Park, London, W1H

Bermondsey Wall West, Shad Thames, London, SE16
£450 per week

Bermondsey Wall West, Shad Thames, London, SE16

Chelsea Cloisters, Chelsea, London, SW3
£385 per week

Chelsea Cloisters, Chelsea, London, SW3

Stafford Road, Bow, London, E3
£381 per week

Stafford Road, Bow, London, E3

Royal Street, Waterloo, London, SE1
£335 per week

Royal Street, Waterloo, London, SE1

Gloucester Place, Marylebone, London, W1U
£290 per week

Gloucester Place, Marylebone, London, W1U

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